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The association between behaviour and genotype in Rett Syndrome using the Australian Rett Syndrome DatabaseThis study compared the behavior profile of cases in the Australian Rett Syndrome Database (ARSD) with those in a British study using the Rett Syndrome...
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Oral health experiences of individuals with Rett syndrome: A retrospective studySocial advantage may provide some protection for dental health in individuals with Rett syndrome
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Impact of Gastrostomy Placement on Nutritional Status, Physical Health, and Parental Well-Being of Females with Rett SyndromeGastrostomy placement was associated with improvement in BMI in females with Rett syndrome, but its long-term impact on individuals and their families is unclear
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Sleep disturbances in Rett syndrome: Impact and management including use of sleep hygiene practicesAttention to sleep hygiene remains an important management strategy for sleep problems in Rett syndrome
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Environmental enrichment intervention for Rett syndrome: An individually randomised stepped wedge trialWe investigated the effects of environmental enrichment on gross motor skills and blood BDNF levels in girls with Rett syndrome.
While individual diseases are rare, as a group, rare diseases are common. Recent estimates suggest that between 3% and 6% of the world’s population are affected by rare disease.
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Thinking big to tackle kids’ brain developmentIf there’s one thing modern researchers and health professionals now understand, it’s that for so many diseases and conditions affecting children and adolescents, early intervention is crucial.
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New insight into Rett syndrome severityA research collaboration between Australia and Israel has identified a genetic variation that influences the severity of symptoms in Rett syndrome.
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New guidelines a model for better management of rare conditionsNew guidelines a model for better management of rare conditions
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