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==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
There is no established system for the classification of Fragile X syndrome. | |||
==Pathophysiology== | ==Pathophysiology== |
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Fragile X syndrome is the leading inherited cause of intellectual disorder and autism spectrum disorder with severe behavioral abnormalities . It is an X linked disorder, affecting both males and females. It is a genetic disease caused by CGG trinucleotide expansion (>200 CGG repeats).
Historical perspective
Fragile X syndrome was described first by Martin and Bell in 1943.
Classification
There is no established system for the classification of Fragile X syndrome.