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Genetic Links Found Between Pediatric Conditions and Adult Diseases

10/10/2025

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Recent research reveals genetic links between rare pediatric conditions and common adult neurodegenerative diseases.
A study in the *Annals of Neurology* identifies mutations in the EPG5 gene, linked to Vici syndrome, that may also contribute to Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
Researchers at CRCHUM found the RFC1 gene's role in cerebellum development, which may explain motor difficulties in late-onset cerebellar ataxias.
Cleveland Clinic Children’s study highlights the SMARCAL1 gene as a risk factor for inherited osteosarcoma, aiding early detection and targeted treatments.

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Recent research reveals genetic links between rare pediatric conditions and common adult neurodegenerative diseases.
A study in the *Annals of Neurology* identifies mutations in the EPG5 gene, linked to Vici syndrome, that may also contribute to Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
Researchers at CRCHUM found the RFC1 gene's role in cerebellum development, which may explain motor difficulties in late-onset cerebellar ataxias.
Cleveland Clinic Children’s study highlights the SMARCAL1 gene as a risk factor for inherited osteosarcoma, aiding early detection and targeted treatments.