Reduced enzyme activities in inherited ataxia

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Disorders of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex

Pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency may be a non-specific consequence of many different neurological degenerative disorders. There are also serious methodological problems in estimating the activity of this enzyme complex.

The inherited ataxias

Clinical, biochemical, and genetic studies have brought clarity to many issues concerning the inherited ataxias. The classification, diagnosis, and therapy of hereditary ataxias are now better understood although many questions remain. Basic defects are identified in some disorders.