HUM-MOLGEN archive: DIAG, CALL: Spatz S./histiocyoma-lymphoma-retinitis

************************************************************** HUM-MOLGEN DIAGnostics/Clinical Research ************************************************************** This DIAG message contains 2 submessage(s): 1) Hallervorden-Spatz syndrome 2) Progressive Nodular Hystocytomas/lymphoma/retinitis pigmentosa Carlo Gambacorti MD, Editor, Human Molecular Genetics network Diagnostics/Clinical Research Section ************************************************************** ************************************************************** Samples are needed for linkage analysis to map the gene(s) for Hallervorden-Spatz syndrome. We are interested in collecting samples from patients with the classic juvenile form as well as from those with later onset and atypical forms of the disease. Susan J. Hayflick, M.D. hayflick@ohsu.edu ************************************************************** ************************************************************** I have been asked to consult on a woman with "progressive nodular hystocytomas", lymphoblastic lymphoma, and retinitis pigmentosa. I would appreciate hearing from anyone familiar with any syndrome (inherited or otherwise) with these components. Thank you. Chris Friedrich, M.D., Ph.D. Voice (410) 614-2521 Lipid Research-Atherosclerosis Unit Fax (410) 955-1276 Dept. of Pediatrics, CMSC 6-104 Voice mail (410) 614-1030 Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 600 North Wolfe Street Baltimore, MD 21287 cfriedri@welchlink.welch.jhu.edu