KAND (KIF1A-Associated Neurological Disorder) is a rare, progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by mutations in the KIF1A gene. It is characterized by a wide spectrum of severity, often affecting motor function, vision, and cognitive development.
KAND is a severe disorder with varied life expectancy. Some individuals with milder forms may live into adulthood, while others experience rapid progression and life-threatening complications, with some reports citing a 5–7 year life expectancy for certain severe cases. Kand E01mp4
Common manifestations include intellectual disability, developmental delays, speech delays, hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), hyperreflexia (exaggerated reflexes), spastic paraplegia (weak/tight leg muscles), optic nerve atrophy (vision loss), peripheral neuropathy, and epilepsy. Some individuals with milder forms may live into
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