Hereditary spastic paraplegia 26
MONDO:0012213A rare, complex type of hereditary spastic paraplegia characterized by the onset in childhood/adolescence (ages 2-19) of progressive spastic paraplegia associated mainly with mild to moderate cognitive impairment and developmental delay, cerebellar ataxia, dysarthria, and peripheral neuropathy. Less commonly reported manifestations include skeletal abnormalities (i.e. pes cavus, scoliosis), dyskinesia, dystonia, cataracts, cerebellar signs (i.e. saccadic dysfunction, nystagmus, dysmetria), bladder disturbances, and behavioral problems. SPG26 is caused by mutations in the B4GALNT1 gene (12q13.3), encoding Beta-1, 4 N-acetylgalactosaminyltransferase 1.
Also known as: GM2 synthase deficiency, SPG26, autosomal recessive spastic paraplegia type 26, hereditary spastic paraplegia type 26, spastic paraplegia 26, spastic paraplegia 26, autosomal recessive
3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 1 tagged with Hereditary spastic paraplegia 26 itself.
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Can ultrasound make botox injections more precise for stiff muscles?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using ultrasound to guide botulinum toxin injections into spastic leg muscles works better than the standard method of relying on touch and anatomical landmarks. Researchers will give 40 adults with spastic paraplegia two rounds of injections, one with ea…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Universidade Federal Fluminense • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a massive natural history study unlock the secrets of rare movement disorders?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows thousands of people with ataxia, hereditary spastic paraplegia, and spastic ataxia, rare conditions that cause progressive problems with walking, balance, and coordination. Researchers will track how symptoms evolve using clinical exams, patient reports, digita…
Sponsor: Heidelberg University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to rare paralysis disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), a group of rare neurological diseases that cause progressive muscle stiffness and weakness. Researchers at Boston Children's Hospital will analyze DNA from 200 people with HSP to find genetic va…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC