A bone marrow transplant may help improve motor function in children with Sanfilippo syndrome, according to a new study from China in which one youngster with the rare genetic disorder had better hand-eye coordination after undergoing the procedure. While the study overall involved dozens of children with similar genetic…
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A parent of a special needs child or someone who works in the public school system would undoubtedly be familiar with the letters IEP, which stand for Individualized Education Program. An IEP is a plan used to help ensure that a student with a disability receives accommodations, therapies, and goals…
Sanfilippo syndrome is a genetic disorder that leads to a form of childhood dementia. Learn more about the disease here.
Sanfilippo is caused by mutations in one of four genes that produce the enzymes needed to break down heparan sulfate. Learn more about what causes the disease here.
Symptoms range from behavioral problems to developmental delays and sleep issues. Learn more about the symptoms of the disease here.
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