Peroxisomal acyl-CoA oxidase deficiency
Synonyms: Pseudo-NALD | Pseudo-neonatal adrenoleukodystrophy | Pseudoadrenoleukodystrophy
Peroxisomal acyl-CoA oxidase deficiency is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that belongs to the group of inherited peroxisomal disorders and is characterized by hypotonia and seizures in the neonatal period and neurological regression in early infancy.
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Advocacy Organizations
COMBINEDBrain Inc
COMBINEDBrain is a consortium for outcome measures and biomarkers for neurodevelopmental disorders. We are collaborating to cure rare, non-verbal brain disorders.
DDX3X Foundation
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Genetic Epilepsy Team Australia
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Louisiana Metabolic Disorders Coalition
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Mississippi Metabolics Foundation
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Curing single-gene disorders
Project CASK
To fund research for treatment and/or a cure for CASK Gene Disorder
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia
Provide information, support and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or rare genetic condition.
The Global Foundation For Peroxisomal Disorders
To improve the lives of individuals with Peroxisomal Disorders by funding research, championing scientific collaboration, and empowering families and professionals through educational programs and support services.
Clinical Trials
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