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developmental delay with autism spectrum disorder and gait instability

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Disease Overview

Developmental delay with autism spectrum disorder and gait instability is a rare, genetic, neurological disorder characterized by infant hypotonia and feeding difficulties, global development delay, mild to moderated intellectual disability, delayed independent ambulation, broad-based gait with arms upheld and flexed at the elbow with brisk walking or running, and limited language skills. Behavior patterns are highly variable and range from sociable and affectionate to autistic behavior.

Synonyms

  • MRT38
  • developmental delay with ASD and gait instability
  • intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 38
  • intellectual disability, autosomal recessive 38
  • intellectual disability, autosomal recessive type 38
  • mental retardation, autosomal recessive 38
  • mental retardation, autosomal recessive type 38
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