Familial Early-Onset Parkinsonism, Unique Features and Socioeconomic Impact- ACase Report with Literature Review
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: ABSTRACT Early-onset Parkinson's disease (EOPD) is rarer than the classical late-onset Parkinson's disease (LOPD). It refers to subjects with onset of symptoms between 21 and 40 or 50years of age. It progresses at a slower rate than LOPD, however has a greater impact on family, professional and social life as it occurs at the prime of life. Agenetic aetiology is believed to be more common in EOPD than in LOPD. We present a 34year old right-handed primary school female teacher with onset of features of Parkinsonism at the age of 28years. There was family history of similar symptoms in father and paternal step-brother whose symptoms started in their early forties and early thirties respectfully. A correct diagnosis of EOPD is essential to aid management which usually involves a multi-disciplinary approach. Keywords:Early-Onset, Family History, Genetics, Late-Onset, Parkinson's Disease, Social Impact
Authors: Ogbimi, E M, Egworaha, N O, Nwachuku, O J, Anyanwu, E
Language: English
Subfield: Neurology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949600396
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