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Conclusion: There is an increasing number of reported familial PSP. A recently performed genome-wide association study indicated genetic factors for this condition. Furthermore, clinical, pathological and genetic investigations will open new avenues to the discovery of causative genes and new therapeutics for PSP. © 2013 S. Karger AG, Basel.
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Source: Neuro-Degenerative Diseases - September 24, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Fujioka S, Van Gerpen JA, Uitti RJ, Dickson DW, Wszolek ZK Tags: Neurodegener Dis Source Type: research