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Prevalence and onset of comorbidities in the CDKL5 disorder differ from Rett syndromeThere were differences in the presentation of clinical features occurring in the CDKL5 disorder and in Rett syndrome.
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Surgical fusion of early onset severe scoliosis increases survival in Rett syndrome: A cohort studyWe investigated the impact of spinal fusion on survival and risk of severe lower respiratory tract infection in Rett syndrome.
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Impact of scoliosis surgery on activities of daily living in females with Rett syndromeScoliosis is a common orthopaedic complication of Rett syndrome, and surgery is commonly used to reduce asymmetry in cases with severe scoliosis.
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Predictors of seizure onset in Rett syndromeInformation on presence and age at onset of seizures, perinatal and developmental history, and genetic status was abstracted on 275 cases in the Australian...
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"What about us?"- the drawbacks of current bruxism assessment criteria in evaluating vulnerable groupsJenny Helen Kingsley Downs Leonard Wong BApplSci (physio) MSc PhD MBChB MPH MBBS, MPH, MMedStat Head, Child Disability Principal Research Fellow
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Trends in the diagnosis of Rett syndrome in AustraliaModifications to diagnostic criteria and introduction of genetic testing have likely affected the pattern and timing of Rett syndrome diagnosis...
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Longitudinal hand function in Rett syndromeLoss of hand function is a core feature of Rett syndrome. This article describes longitudinal hand function at 3 time points for 72 subjects participating...
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Oral parafunction and bruxism in Rett syndrome and associated factors: An observational studyTo explore patterns of parafunction, and bruxism, and its relationships with genotype and snoring in individuals with Rett syndrome.
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Implementing telehealth support to increase physical activity in girls and women with Rett syndrome-ActivRett: protocol for a waitlist randomised controlled trialIndividuals with Rett syndrome (RTT) experience impaired gross motor skills, limiting their capacity to engage in physical activities and participation in activities. There is limited evidence of the effectiveness of supported physical activity interventions. This study aims to evaluate the effects of a telehealth-delivered physical activity programme on physical activity, sedentary behaviour and quality of life in RTT.