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Huntington's disease primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
- Genetic counseling is advised if there is a family history of Huntington’s disease.
- Experts also recommend genetic counseling for couples with a family history of this disease who are considering having children.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]