CDKL5 Gene
There is a condition caused by a
mutation in a gene called CDKL5 which leads to early onset of seizures and
some similar characteristics to Rett syndrome.
Individuals with mistakes in CDKL5 often
have seizures as babies and go on to develop features similar to Rett
syndrome. Researchers are looking at how MECP2 and CDKL5 work, and to
identify other genes which cause Rett syndrome.
A Yahoo support group for parents
has been set up by Cheryl Smith. For more details contact the
group moderator.
For more information on CDKL5 please
download the factsheet.
