New MECP2 Mutation May Lead to Atypical Rett Syndrome, Case Study Reports
A newly identified mutation in the MECP2 gene — which is linked to Rett syndrome — was found in two females in Germany who lacked ... Read more
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Rett Cells Have Defects in Energy Production, Greater Oxidative Stress, Study Suggests
Defects in mitochondria — cells’ powerhouses — and nerve cell damage resulting from increased oxidative stress may account for the some of the ... Read more -
Social Media Campaigns, Purple Lighting Mark Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
From social media efforts to lighting public attractions purple, efforts are underway to observe Rett Syndrome Awareness Month. Rettsyndrome.org is helping to lead the ... Read more -
‘Uptime’ Physical Activities Aid Life Quality and Walking Abilities in Rett Patients, Study Finds
“Uptime” activities, such as standing and walking, that promote physical activity and work against a sedentary lifestyle can improve walking capacity and life quality in girls ... Read more -
Resting Heart Rate Variability May Predict Reactivity to Tactile Stimuli, Study Suggests
Resting heart rate variability may be used to predict reactivity to tactile stimuli in people with Rett syndrome, a study suggests. This approach may ... Read more
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Reactivating Silenced X Chromosome Could Eventually Lead to Targeted Therapies, Researchers Say
Genes that are normally silenced in the X-chromosome transition from an “off’ to an ... -
NORD 2019 Rare Disease Summit Set for Oct. 21-22 in Washington, DC
Next month’s annual conference of the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) in Washington, ... -
Rettsyndrome.org’s New CSO Has a Personal Connection to Disease
A highly accomplished clinician and researcher, Dominique Pichard brings impressive credentials to her role ... -
Rare Case of Brothers with Rett Suggests Multiple Factors in Disease Course
Two brothers with Rett syndrome carrying the same MECP2 mutation display distinct disease courses, a ... -
Preliminary Data From Anavex-2-73 Phase 2 Trial Suggest Safety, Efficacy
Preliminary clinical data from a Phase 2 trial testing Anavex-2-73 suggest the investigational therapy ... -
Sensory Therapy Can Improve Hand Movements in Kids with Rett, Study Suggests
Therapy that engages multiple senses in a playful context may help improve hand coordination ...
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