Medical Dictionary: HSP
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HSP: Another name for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia.
HSP (condition): Genetic defect causing leg weakness and other problems.
HSP:
Hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), also
called familial spastic paralysis, refers to a group of genetic disorders
that are
characterized by progressive weakness and spasticity (stiffness)
of the legs.
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More information on medical condition: Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia:
- Introduction: Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
- Basic Summary for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
- Symptoms of Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
- Treatments for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
Footnotes:
1. excerpt from NINDS Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information Page: NINDS
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