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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis classification
Introduction
Overview
Overview
ALS is classified into two sub-groups: Familial ALS and Sporadic ALS.
Classification
Classification
- Familial ALS accounts for approximately 5%-10% of all ALS cases and is caused due to genetic factors.
- Sporadic ALS accounts for the remaining 90%-95% of ALS with no known cause.
References
References
- ↑ Hulisz D (2018). “Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: disease state overview”. Am J Manag Care. 24 (15 Suppl): S320–S326. PMID 30207670.
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