Synonyms: COACH syndrome | Cerebellar vermis hypoplasia-oligophrenia-congenital ataxia-coloboma-hepatic fibrosis | Gentile syndrome | JS-H | Joubert syndrome with congenital hepatic fibrosis
Joubert syndrome with hepatic defect is a very rare subtype of Joubert syndrome and related disorders (JSRD see this term) characterized by the neurological features of JS associated with congenital hepatic fibrosis (CHF).
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Advocacy Organizations
Ataxia and me
To relieve the needs of sufferers of Ataxia or other neurological disorders, their families and carers for the public benefit by providing patient led support and by raising awareness of such conditions."
Childhood Dementia Initiative
Our vision is for sustainable global health solutions for childhood dementia. This will be achieved through the following outcomes: - Treatments and cures available for children with dementia - Access to equitable and quality care for children with dementia and their families - Childhood dementia is a global health policy priority.
Ducks For Dementia
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Genetic Support Network of Victoria
The Genetic Support Network of Victoria is an organisation that supports people living with genetic, undiagnosed and rare conditions and those who support them including community and families, patient support organisations, health professionals and industry. Our vision is our community flourishing and living their best lives.
Global Liver Institute
To improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by liver disease through promoting innovation, encouraging collaboration, and scaling optimal approaches to help eradicate liver diseases.
Joubert Syndrome and Related Disorders Foundation
Our mission is to support those affected by Joubert syndrome and related disorders by providing C.A.R.E. - Connection, Awareness, Research, and Education.
KIF1A.ORG
KIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and accelerating research to find a cure.
National Ataxia Foundation
To accelerate the development of treatments and a cure while working to improve the lives of those living with Ataxia.
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Clinical Trials
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