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Canavan Disease
Alternate Names : Aspartoacylase Deficiency, Spongy Degeneration of the Brain
Canavan Disease Prognosis (Expectations)
With Canavan disease, the central nervous system degenerates, and progressive disability is likely. Death usually occurs in the first 1 to 2 decades of life.
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- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD - Pediatric)
- Memory Loss
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• Definition
• Canavan Disease Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Canavan Disease Symptoms & Signs
• Canavan Disease Prevention
• Canavan Disease Diagnosis & Tests
• Canavan Disease Treatment
• Canavan Disease Prognosis
• Canavan Disease Complications
• Canavan Disease Support Groups
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 8/6/2003
Reviewed By : Douglas R. Stewart, M.D., Division of Medical Genetics, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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