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Fragile X–associated tremor or ataxia syndrome

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Link to WHO Definition

Fragile X–associated tremor or ataxia syndrome – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/42467602

Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by late-onset intention tremor and gait ataxia. Although both male and female patients have been reported, FXTAS predominantly affects males over 50 years of age. it is caused by premutation in the fragile X gene.