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Rett Syndrome - Services & Other Resources

Information & Support

For Parents and Patients

El Síndrome de Rett
Spanish language overview of Rett syndrome with links to other organizations, from the National Institute of Neurlogical Disorders and Stroke.

FAQ (IRSA)

International Rett Syndrome Association (IRSA)
This link contains information about RS, research, ongoing studies, and RS related news.

NINDS Rett Syndrome Information Page
An overview of Rett syndrome with links to other organizations, from the National Institute of Neurlogical Disorders and Stroke.

Rett syndrome (Genetics Home Reference)
Detailed information focused on the genetics of RS, from the National Library of Medicine.

Rett syndrome (MedlinePlus Encyclopedia)
overview of Rett syndrome, with links to more information; from the National Library of Medicine

Rett syndrome (MedlinePlus)
brief description of RS and numerous links to other reliable sources of information for parents and family members; from the National Library of Medicine.

Rett syndrome diagnosis (WE MOVE)
Succinct information regarding the diagnosis of Rett syndrome.

Rett syndrome fact sheet (NIH)
Information regarding the diagnosis of RS from the NIH

Rett syndrome information (Medscape)
Information regarding the diagnosis and management of RS.

Support

International Rett Syndrome Association (IRSA)
This link contains information about RS, research, ongoing studies, and RS related news.

For Professionals

MECP2-related disorders (GeneReviews)
Comprehensive information about MECP2-related disorders, including Rett Syndrome. Although there is some information about management, the focus is on diagnosis and genetics.

Rett syndrome diagnosis (WE MOVE)
Succinct information regarding the diagnosis of Rett syndrome.

Rett syndrome fact sheet (NIH)
Information regarding the diagnosis of RS from the NIH

Rett syndrome information (Medscape)
Information regarding the diagnosis and management of RS.

Patient Education

FAQs from the International Rett Syndrome Association
Frequently asked questions regarding girls with RS

International Rett Syndrome Association (IRSA)
This link contains information about RS, research, ongoing studies, and RS related news.

Kidswithtubes.org
Information on tube-feeding for families from a now-inactive group of parents. The information available on the site remains valuable (see Newsletters and Of Interest...).

Tools

Constipation evaluation tool (PDF Document 84 KB)
Provides a format for evaluation of chronic constipation in children.

Home toileting record (PDF Document 49 KB)
An easy-to-use form for keeping track of a child's toileting habits.

Services

For other services please see our full list in the main Resources section.

Adaptive Recreation

See all Adaptive Recreation services providers (39) in our database.

After School Programs

See all After School Programs services providers (28) in our database.

Art Therapy

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Assistive Technology

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Behavioral Pediatrics

See all Behavioral Pediatrics services providers (1) in our database.

Behavioral Programs

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Bone Densitometry/DEXA

See all Bone Densitometry/DEXA services providers (3) in our database.

Child Care, Special Needs

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Child Psychiatry

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Developmental Pediatrics

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Early Intervention Programs

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Electroencephalography (EEG)

See all Electroencephalography (EEG) services providers (2) in our database.

Estate & Future Planning

See all Estate & Future Planning services providers (4) in our database.

General Pediatric Surgery

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Gynecology (Ped/Adol, Special Needs)

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National Support Groups, Disab/Diag

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Nutrition/Dietary

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Occupational Therapy

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Pediatric Cardiology

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Pediatric Endocrinology

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Pediatric Gastroenterology

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Pediatric Genetic Counseling

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Pediatric Genetics

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Pediatric Neurology

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Pediatric Orthopedics

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Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehab

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Pediatric Pulmonology

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Pediatric Sleep Medicine

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Physical Therapy

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Respite Care

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Schools for Children with Autism

See all Schools for Children with Autism services providers (9) in our database.

Services for People with Disabilities

See all Services for People with Disabilities services providers (66) in our database.

Sleep Studies/Polysomnography

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Speech/Language Therapy

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Swallow Studies

See all Swallow Studies services providers (1) in our database.

For other services related to this condition, browse our Services categories or search our database.

Studies

See Rett syndrome clinical trials for a list of ongoing clinical trials.

Rett syndrome clinical trials
This NIH website lists current open clinical trials for girls with Rett syndrome.