Mayo Clinic launches landmark study on rare neurological disease
“A groundbreaking natural history study led by researchers at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine and Department of Clinical Genomics aims to change that, advancing research for one rare disease with the potential to benefit many others. At the center of this effort is autosomal dominant leukodystrophy, a rare, hereditary neurodegenerative disorder….Fewer than 50 families have been identified, but researchers believe many cases go undiagnosed due to its similarities to other neurological conditions and limited access to genetic testing.”
To read the news release: Mayo Clinic launches landmark study on rare neurological disease
