Experimental Factor Ontology

Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/MONDO_0007656
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/MONDO_0007656
Preferred Name

Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker syndrome

Definitions
A very rare and fatal disorder of spongiform encephalopathy usually caused by mutations of the prion protein (PRNP) gene. It is characterized by the accumulation of amyloid in the brain. Signs and symptoms include lack of motor coordination, unsteady gait, and difficulty walking. As the disease progresses, patients develop speech difficulties and dementia.
Synonyms
amyloidosis, cerebral, with spongiform encephalopathy
amyloidosis cerebral with spongiform encephalopathy
encephalopathy subacute spongiform Gerstmann-Straussler type
cerebellar ataxia, progressive dementia, and amyloid deposits in CNS
cerebellar ataxia, progressive dementia, and amyloid deposits in the central nervous system
cerebral amyloid angiopathy, Prnp-related
Gerstmann Straussler Scheinker syndrome
encephalopathy, Subacute spongiform, Gerstmann-Straussler type
Gerstmann-Straussler disease
GSD
Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker disease
subacute spongiform encephalopathy, Gerstmann-Straussler type
prion dementia
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