Abstract: Background: This study was done to find out the genetic cause of hereditary spastic paraplegia and determine the existing polymorphism. This can lead to opening of a new horizon in the field of hereditary spastic paraplegia. Study may provide basis for genetic counseling of these patients. Objective of study: The objective of the study is to find out new or existing gene which can cause hereditary spastic paraplegia .Find out the polymorphism in this gene which can lead to hereditary spastic paraplegia. Method: The present study was undertaken at Department of Anatomy, Institute of Medical Science, Sir Sunderlal Hospital, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was a cross sectional hospital based study over a period of 2 years. Ethical approval was obtained for study from institute. A written informed consent was obtained from the patients and........
Key words: Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia, Polymorphism, DNA, Exons, Pedigree, Gene
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