The Effect of SMN Gene Dosage on ALS Risk and Disease Severity
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DOI: 10.1002/ana.26009
Abstract: The role of the survival of motor neuron (SMN) gene in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is unclear, with several conflicting reports. A decisive result on this topic is needed, given that treatment options are available… read more here.
Keywords: smn gene; gene dosage; als risk; effect smn ... See more keywords
Head Injury and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.1159/000510987
Abstract: Background: Prior studies have suggested that head injury might be a potential risk factor of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). However, the association has not been well established. We aimed to provide a synopsis of the… read more here.
Keywords: injury; head injury; als risk; meta analysis ... See more keywords
Risk of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Exposure to Particulate Matter from Vehicular Traffic: A Case-Control Study
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18030973
Abstract: (1) Background: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with still unknown etiology. Some occupational and environmental risk factors have been suggested, including long-term air pollutant exposure. We carried out a pilot case-control… read more here.
Keywords: risk; pm10; exposure; study ... See more keywords