Autosomal recessive spastic paraplegia type 39

Definition

A rare autosomal recessive complex spastic paraplegia characterized by upper motor neuron involvement and peripheral neuropathy with an onset between childhood and early adulthood. Patients present with progressive spasticity, hyperreflexia, and distal upper and lower muscle wasting. Reduced cognitive functioning and cerebellar ataxia have also been reported. MR imaging may reveal cerebellar and/or spinal cord atrophy.