POLG1 mutations and stroke like episodes: a distinct clinical entity rather than an atypical MELAS syndrome

POLG1 mutations and stroke like episodes: a distinct clinical entity rather than an atypical MELAS syndrome

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p><it>POLG1</it> mutations have been associated with MELAS-like phenotypes. However given several clinical differences it is unknown whether <it>POLG1</it> mutations are possible causes of MELAS or give raise to...

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Main Authors: Cheldi Antonella, Ronchi Dario, Bordoni Andreina, Bordo Bianca, Lanfranconi Silvia, Bellotti Maria Grazia, Corti Stefania, Lucchini Valeria, Sciacco Monica, Moggio Maurizio, Baron Pierluigi, Comi Giacomo Pietro, Colombo Antonio, Bersano Anna
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2013-01-01
Series:BMC Neurology
Subjects:
POLG1
MELAS
Red-ragged fibers
Stroke-like
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2377/13/8

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