Yonsei Med J. 1991 Jun;32(2):172-178. English.
Published online Feb 20, 2002.
https://doi.org/10.3349/ymj.1991.32.2.172
Published online Feb 20, 2002.
https://doi.org/10.3349/ymj.1991.32.2.172
Copyright © 1991 The Yonsei University College of Medicine
Case Report
RETT's syndrome in Korea: report of two cases
Young Chul Choi,
Byung In Lee,
Kyoon Huh
and Gyung Whan Kim
Abstract
Rett's syndrome(RS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by exclusive occurrence in females, autistic behavior, dementia, gait ataxia, loss of purposeful use of the hands with stereotypic hand movement, and seizures. Initially RS was considered to be very rare; however, recent reports suggest that the prevalence is considerably higher and occurrence is world-wide. Because the pathophysiological process remains unknown, the diagnosis of RS is based mainly on its characteristic clinical features and course. We experienced two cases of RS which, to our knowledge, are the first reported in Korea. It is quite possible that many patients with RS not yet being diagnosed in Korea.
Keywords
Rett's syndrome; haloperidol
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