Leukodystrophy

Leukodystrophy describes a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the central nervous system. These disorders are progressive in the disruption of the myelin sheath insulating nerve cells. Depending on the type of Leukodystrophy this disorder can be recessive, dominant, or x-linked. Currently there are 34 known variations of this rare genetic disorder. Specific types include: Krabbe Disease, Adrenleukodystrophy, Canavan disease, metachromatic leukodystrophy, and more.