Neuropathy is a common associated feature of different types of genetic or sporadic
cerebellar ataxias. The pattern of peripheral nerve involvement and its associated clinical …

Ataxias are a complex and heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by the absence
of order and coordination of voluntary movements and loss of balance. The global …

There is currently no accepted classification of autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxias, a
group of disorders characterized by important genetic heterogeneity and complex …

Cerebellar ataxias represent a heterogeneous group of neurodegenerative disorders. Two
main categories are distinguished: hereditary and sporadic ataxias. Sporadic ataxias may …

The human cerebellum contains more than 60% of all neurons of the brain. Anatomically,
the cerebellum is divided into 10 lobules (IX). The cerebellar cortex is arranged into three …

Cerebellar ataxia is a common finding in patients seen in neurologic practice and has a
wide variety of causes. Presentations vary widely, from acute cerebellar swelling due to …

Ataxia is derived from a Greek word meaning 'lack of order'and can be defined as
impairment of co-ordination in the absence of significant muscle weakness. Patients …

Ataxia, a neurological sign characterized by the incoordination of voluntary movements, is
the most prominent manifestation of cerebellar disease. The cardinal features of cerebellar …

Cerebellar diseases are recognized by a combination of clinical findings consisting of gait
ataxia, dysarthria, incoordination and eye movement abnormalities. The patient with a …

Cerebellar ataxias are a heterogenous group of disorders, clinically and etiologically, that
result in considerable health burden. Finding out about the various etiologies, and their …