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rs104894521(G;T)

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Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, type 1
Is agenotype
ofrs104894521
GeneLITAF
Chromosome16
Position11,553,564
mentionedby
Magnitude6.1
ReputeBad
Geno Mag Summary
(G;T) 6.1 Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, type 1
(T;T) 0 common in clinvar

This is a genotype with recommended actions if clinically confirmed. In brief:

  • Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1 is characterized by the gradual development (over many years) of muscle weakness/atrophy and sensory loss.
  • Individuals with CMT should be evaluated and treated by a multidisciplinary team including neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, and physical and occupational therapists.
  • Over 30 medications have been identified as toxic or potentially toxic to persons with CMT. Vincristine and paclitaxel (chemotherapeutic agents) pose a definite high risk of nerve damage and should be avoided by all patients with CMT, including those who are asymptomatic.
  • While the penetrance of CMT1 is usually nearly 100%, the wide range in age of onset and severity may result in under-recognition of individuals with mild or late-onset disease.

The full ClinGen Actionability report about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease type 1 (CMT1) can be found here.

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