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Twenty years of surveillance in Rett syndrome: what does this tell us?

This study aimed to describe overall survival and adult health in those with Rett syndrome.

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Community participation for girls and women living with Rett syndrome

This paper aimed to describe the relationships between level of impairment and participation in community activities for girls and women with Rett syndrome.

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Rett syndrome: establishing a novel outcome measure for walking activity in an era of clinical trials for rare disorders

This study investigated the capacity of three accelerometer-type devices to measure walking activity in Rett syndrome

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Using directed-content analysis to identify a framework for understanding quality of life in adults with Rett syndrome

Rett syndrome (RTT) is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder mainly affecting females and is caused by a mutation in the MECP2 gene. Recent research identified the domains of quality of life (QOL) important for children with RTT but there has been no investigation of domains important for adults. This qualitative study explored QOL in adults with RTT and compared domains with those previously identified for children.

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Longitudinal Evaluation of the Stability of Hand Function in Rett Syndrome

We investigated the longitudinal stability of hand function in Rett syndrome and to analyze further the relationships between stability of hand function and genotype, age, and walking ability. Study design: Longitudinal video data of functional abilities of individuals with genetically confirmed Rett syndrome were collected by families of individuals registered with the Australian Rett Syndrome Database.

Child Disability

Improving the lives of children with a disability and their families sits at the core of our team.

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Oral health experiences of individuals with Rett syndrome: A retrospective study

Social advantage may provide some protection for dental health in individuals with Rett syndrome

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Impact of Gastrostomy Placement on Nutritional Status, Physical Health, and Parental Well-Being of Females with Rett Syndrome

Gastrostomy placement was associated with improvement in BMI in females with Rett syndrome, but its long-term impact on individuals and their families is unclear

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Sleep disturbances in Rett syndrome: Impact and management including use of sleep hygiene practices

Attention to sleep hygiene remains an important management strategy for sleep problems in Rett syndrome