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What is the definition of Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome?
Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker disease (GSS) is a type of prion disease. Prion diseases are a group of conditions that affect the nervous system. The main feature of GSS is a progressive degeneration of the cerebellum (a part of the brain that controls coordination, balance, equilibrium and muscle tone), as well as different degrees of dementia. It is caused by changes in the PRNP gene and inheritance is autosomal dominant.
What are the alternative names for Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome?
  • Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker disease
  • Amyloidosis cerebral with spongiform encephalopathy
  • Cerebellar ataxia, progressive dementia, and amyloid deposits in the central nervous system
  • Encephalopathy subacute spongiform Gerstmann-Straussler type
  • GSSD
  • Gerstmann Straussler Scheinker syndrome
  • Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker syndrome
  • Subacute spongiform encephalopathy, Gerstmann-Straussler type
Who are the top Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome Local Doctors?
Elite in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Tetsuyuki Kitamoto
Elite in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Tetsuyuki Kitamoto
Sendai, JP 

Tetsuyuki Kitamoto practices in Sendai, Japan. Kitamoto is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Kuru, and Dementia.

Distinguished in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Dr. Lawrence Zeidman
Neurology
Distinguished in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Dr. Lawrence Zeidman
Neurology

Office

1200 W Algonquin Rd Bldg M, 
Palatine, IL 
847-725-8401
Languages Spoken:
English
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Lawrence Zeidman is a Neurologist in Palatine, Illinois. Dr. Zeidman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal.

 
 
 
 
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Heather L. Grantz
Advanced in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Heather L. Grantz, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Advanced in Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome
Heather L. Grantz, NP
Nurse Practitioner

Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care East Beltline

1239 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, 
Grand Rapids, MI 
616-391-4200
Experience:
11+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Heather Grantz is a Nurse Practitioner in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Ms. Grantz has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Opioid Induced Constipation, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Ms. Grantz is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center