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When do you consider testing with stroke gene panels in young stroke patients?
Answer from: at Academic Institution
Broadly, I ask for genetic testing only when I have a specific diagnosis in mind. This testing is not routine in my practice. Examples are:
1. A patient is referred for white matter lesions found on brain MR and a transient neurological episode. The question of CADASIL(NOTCH-3) or relat...
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Answer from: at Community Practice
I send for genetic testing on the following young adults:
#1 Those without any other risk factors and recurrent small vessel strokes, white matter changes, microbleeds and/or history personal or family of any one of the following: early cognitive decline, migraines and mood disorders for CADASIL (N...