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Friedreich's Ataxia Definition
Common names:
  • Ataxia Friedreich's
  • Friedreich's Ataxia
Friedreich's ataxia is an inherited neurologic disorder that causes damage to parts of the nervous system that regulate movement and muscle coordination. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 15, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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