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DYT16: Novel Dystonia-Parkinsonism Syndrome Described in 2 Families
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Title DYT16: Novel Dystonia-Parkinsonism Syndrome Described in 2 Families
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/570073?src=rss
Description Researchers have identified a novel, autosomal recessive young-onset dystonia parkinsonism syndrome dubbed DYT16, as well as the genetic mutation that appears to underlie the condition. Medscape Medical News
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Date Feb 13, 2008
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