Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy (HSAN): type VIII
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy (HSAN): type VIII. This is caused by PRDM12 gene mutations. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Genetics
- This is caused by PRDM12 gene mutations
- The transmission is autosomal recessive
Clinical features
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Complications
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Investigations
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Synonym
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References
- Schwartzlow C, Kazamel M. Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathies: adding more to the classification. Curr Neurol Neurosci Rep 2019; 19:52.
- Pho-Iam T, Kulsirichawaroj P, Likasitwattanakul S, et al. Expanding the genetic landscape of congenital insensitivity to pain. Neurol Genet 2026; 12:e200346.
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