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After 25 years, researchers uncover genetic cause of rare neurological disease - EurekAlert


Spinocerebellar ataxia 4 is a devastating progressive movement disease that can begin as early as the late teens. Now, a multinational research team led by University of Utah researchers has conclusively identified the genetic difference that causes the disease, bringing answers to families and opening the door to future treatments.

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