Sturge-Weber Syndrome : Causes

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The cause of Sturge-Weber is unknown. There is no known hereditary component.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 23, 2007
The exact cause and incidence of Sturge-Weber syndrome was as of 2004 not understood. It is not thought to be genetic.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
The genetics behind Sturge-Weber syndrome are still unknown. Interestingly, in other genetic conditions involving changes in the skin and brain (such as neurofibromatosis and tuberous sclerosis) the genetic causes are well described. It is known t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part II
The genetics behind Sturge-Weber syndrome are still unknown. Interestingly, in other genetic conditions involving changes in the skin and brain (such as neurofibromatosis and tuberous sclerosis) the genetic causes are well described. It is known t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part I
The genetics behind Sturge-Weber syndrome are still unknown. Interestingly, in other genetic conditions involving changes in the skin and brain (such as neurofibromatosis and tuberous sclerosis) the genetic causes are well described. It is known t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
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