Spastic ataxia 5
MONDO:0013776Early-onset spastic ataxia-myoclonic epilepsy-neuropathy syndrome is a rare hereditary spastic ataxia disorder characterized by childhood onset of slowly progressive lower limb spastic paraparesis and cerebellar ataxia (with dysarthria, swallowing difficulties, motor degeneration), associated with sensorimotor neuropathy (including muscle weakness and distal amyotrophy in lower extremities) and progressive myoclonic epilepsy. Ocular signs (ptosis, oculomotor apraxia), dysmetria, dysdiadochokinesia, dystonic movements and myoclonus may also be associated.
Also known as: AFG3L2 autosomal recessive spastic ataxia, AFG3L2-related spastic ataxia-myoclonic epilepsy-neuropathy syndrome, AFG3L2-related spastic ataxia-neuropathy syndrome, SPAX5, autosomal recessive spastic ataxia caused by mutation in AFG3L2, autosomal recessive spastic ataxia type 5, spastic ataxia type 5, early-onset spastic ataxia-myoclonic epilepsy-neuropathy syndrome
40 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug shows promise for rare energy disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called OMT-28 in 28 people with primary mitochondrial disease, a condition that affects how cells produce energy. Participants took the drug once daily for 6 months, and researchers measured safety, blood markers of inflammation, and symptoms like fat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Omeicos Therapeutics GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Long-Term safety of mitochondrial drug confirmed in 101 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the safety of vatiquinone in 101 people with inherited mitochondrial disease who had already taken the drug in a previous study or treatment plan. The goal was to track any side effects until the drug became commercially available or the program ended. Partic…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: PTC Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New chemo combo may lower death risk in child stem cell transplants
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different chemotherapy drugs (Treosulfan and Busulfan) given before a stem cell transplant in 106 children with serious non-cancer diseases like immune disorders, metabolic diseases, blood disorders, and bone marrow failure. The goal was to see which drug le…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: medac GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New metabolomic test could spot rare metabolic diseases faster
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new method called global metabolomic profiling to diagnose inborn errors of metabolism, a group of rare genetic disorders. Researchers compared this approach to traditional testing in 240 participants. The goal was to see if the new method could more accuratel…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New registry tracks pregnancy in women with rare metabolic diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study created a registry of medical records from women with inborn errors of metabolism—rare conditions that affect how the body turns food into energy. Researchers collected data from past or current pregnancies and followed babies for one year after birth. The goal was to …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study explores how family and friends impact caregiver health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how the social networks of caregivers affect their stress and health when caring for someone with an inherited disease. Researchers surveyed over 680 participants, including family members and formal caregivers, to understand caregiving burden and s…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene sequencing uncovers mysterious fetal malformations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a powerful DNA test called high-throughput exome sequencing can find genetic causes of multiple birth defects in fetuses when standard exams fail. Researchers studied 100 fetuses with at least two malformations and no prior diagnosis. They compared the n…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Speedy gene test aims to give answers on birth defects in just 7 days
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a fast type of genetic test called rapid genome sequencing can find the cause of birth defects seen on ultrasound more quickly than current methods. Researchers included 184 pregnancies with certain ultrasound findings. The goal was to see if results cou…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Study reveals HPV vaccine gaps in teens with chronic illness
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how many girls and young women aged 11 to 20 with chronic diseases (like diabetes or immune conditions) got the HPV vaccine, compared to those without chronic illness. Researchers reviewed records of 223 participants from a hospital in France. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC