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The NSGC CPC strongly recommends that all individuals with unexplained epilepsy be offered genetic testing, regardless of age.

“When 60% of ‘not medically necessary’ denials are reversed…we’re seeing algorithmic denial for delay’s sake.” — Anthony J. Paravati, MD, Kettering Health

“When it is proven to be safe, durable, deliverable in young children, and clearly improves long-term communication outcomes, not just hearing thresholds, then it becomes a routine referral.” — Julie Wei, MD, Akron Children’s Hospital

“Now that we have a treatment for genetic deafness, our hope is that this will spur universal genetic testing in all kids with hearing loss.” —Lawrence Lustig, MD, CHORD study investigator

For a virus that was thought to be harmless, these findings suggest it may have important effects, in the context of Parkinson’s disease. It may influence how Parkinson’s develops, especially in people with certain genetic backgrounds.

“Genetic neurodevelopmental disorders are common in the pediatric population, and establishing a specific diagnosis early provides multiple benefits including prognostication, surveillance for disorder-related complications, accurate recurrence risk, and specific management.”