Title:Metabolic Ataxias in Adults
Volume: 14
Issue: 8
Author(s): A. Antenora, A. Filla, F.M. Santorelli, S. Peluso, F. Sacca and G. De Michele
Affiliation:
Keywords:
Adult metabolic ataxia, copper storage, energy metabolism defect, peroxisomal, storage disease,
vitamin E deficiency.
Abstract: Metabolic ataxias are rare. They usually start in the childhood and often have autosomal recessive
inheritance. They may also present in adulthood. The diagnosis is important since some patients may be
successfully managed with diet and treatments.