hereditary spinal ataxia

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Sclerosis of the posterior and lateral columns of the spinal cord, occurring in children and characterized by ataxia in the lower extremities that spreads to the upper extremities and is followed by paralysis and contractures. Also called Friedreich's ataxia.

ataxia, hereditary spinal

A hereditary degeneration of the posterior and lateral columns of the spinal cord occurring in childhood. It is characterized by general ataxia, nystagmus and, sometimes, ptosis and external ophthalmoplegia. Syn. Friedreich's ataxia.

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