Neurology Exam Prep Podcast
Episode 58 - Mitochondrial Diseases and the Nervous System
Jul 7, 2023
Discover the world of mitochondrial diseases affecting the nervous system with a focus on various syndromes and disorders like MELAS, Kearns Sayre Syndrome, Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy, and MERRF. Explore the genetic mutations, symptoms, diagnostic tools, and treatment options for these rare conditions.
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- Mitochondrial diseases can manifest with various symptoms affecting the nervous system, GI tract, and muscles, requiring a multidisciplinary approach for diagnosis and management.
- Genetic mutations, symptomatology, unique EEG patterns, and MRI findings are crucial in diagnosing and managing mitochondrial diseases, emphasizing the importance of individualized treatment strategies.
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Mitochondrial Inheritance Patterns and Common Genetic Mutations
Mitochondrial diseases can be inherited through maternal mitochondrial DNA mutations or nuclear genome mutations with Mendelian inheritance patterns. Disorders like Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy are commonly associated with mitochondrial DNA point mutations like a switch from G to A.
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