Researchers advance rat model to enhance understanding of Rett syndrome
Friday, July 15, 2016 - 14:41
in Health & Medicine
Rett syndrome (RTT) is a neurodevelopmental disorder caused by mutations in the gene Methyl-CpG-Binding Protein 2 (MeCP2) on the X chromosome. Almost exclusively manifesting in young girls, RTT symptoms include regression of key psychomotor skills, such as hand gestures and purposeful use of the hands and legs, in addition to seizures and other intellectual and […]
