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Mitochondrial DNA-associated Leigh Syndrome

Mitochondrial DNA-associated Leigh Syndrome

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Mitochondrial DNA-associated Leigh Syndrome: Understanding the Disease 1. Introduction Mitochondrial DNA-associated Leigh Syndrome, often referred to as Leigh Syndrome, is a rare, inherited, progressive neurological disorder that usually becomes apparent in infancy or early childhood. It is characterized by a progressive loss of mental and movement abilities (psychomotor regression) and typically results in devastating complications….