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Gerstmann syndrome: An entry from Thomson Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders</i> by Rosalyn, MD Carson-Dewitt, 2005 The Official Parent's Sourcebook on Gerstmann's Syndrome: A Revised and Updated Directory for the Internet Age by Icon Health Publications, 2002-09-17 Gerstmann's Syndrome [An article from: Journal of Neurolinguistics] by Y. Lebrun, 2005-07-01 Dexterity with numbers: rTMS over left angular gyrus disrupts finger gnosis and number processing [An article from: Neuropsychologia] by E. Rusconi, V. Walsh, et all 2005-01

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1. NINDS Gerstmann's Syndrome Information Page
   Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).Category Health Conditions and Diseases gerstmann syndromeGerstmann's Syndrome information sheet compiled by the National Institute ofNeurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). More about Gerstmann's Syndrome,  
   http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/gerstmanns.htm
   
   Extractions: Gerstmann’s syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by four primary symptoms: a writing disability (agraphia or dysgraphia), a lack of understanding of the rules for calculation or arithmetic (acalculia or dyscalculia), an inability to distinguish right from left, and an inability to identify fingers (finger agnosia). The disorder should not be confused with Gerstmann-Sträussler-Scheinker disease

2. Special Needs, Gerstmann Syndrome Support Network
   Information about the organization, the services provided and contact details.  
   http://www.iser.com/gerstmann.html
   
   Extractions: for Persons with Gerstmann Syndrome Gerstmann Syndrome Support Network is a National Non-profit Network which was founded in September 1997. The Network offers mutual support and education for persons with Gerstmann Syndrome, which causes an inability to do math, express thoughts in writing, distinguish between right and left, and distinguish one's own finger from another's. Gerstmann Syndrome Support Network provides the following services: Gerstmann Syndrome Support Network has a Board of Directors. The requirements for board membership are that you must have Gerstmann Syndrome and be willing to share your ideas through letters to program questioners. Contact the Network for more information.

3. HONselect - Gerstmann Syndrome
   English gerstmann syndrome, Developmental gerstmann syndrome - Finger-Agnosia-Left-Right-Confusion-Acalculia-Agraphia- Acquired gerstmann syndrome  
   http://www.hon.ch/HONselect/RareDiseases/C10.597.606.762.100.300.html

4. Gerstmann's Syndrome (www.whonamedit.com)
   Gerstmann's syndrome Gyrus angularis syndrome with rightleft disorientation. Also known as gerstmann syndrome II Syndrome de Gerstmann (French) Gerstmann-Badal syndrome.  
   http://www.whonamedit.com/synd.cfm/2267.html
   
   Extractions: Disease of the association area of the dominant parietal lobe of the brain with characteristic clinical picture. Symptoms are finger agnosia (lacking or impaired ability to describe the fingers), agraphia (lacking or impaired ability to write), right-left disorientation, dysphragia; dyscalculia/acalculia (lack of ability to calculate). The patient has difficulty in recognizing, naming, selecting, and differentiating the fingers of either of his hands or those of others. In addition, there is inability to recognize the sides of his body, to write words or sentences, and to perform even simple calculations. Orientation for place and person is not affected, but time orientation may be somewhat disturbed. The general psychic condition of the patient is good. It is debated whether this is really an independent syndromic entity.

5. Mish Mash - Linking Judaism Worldwide - (Gerstmann Syndrome)
   gerstmann syndrome What is Gerstmann's Syndrome? Gerstmann's syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by four primary symptoms a  
   http://mishmash.virtualave.net/gerstmann.html

6. NORD - Gerstmann Syndrome
   Offers synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.  
   http://www.stepstn.com/cgi-win/nord.exe?proc=GetDocument&rectype=0&recnu

7. Special Education Resources Centers: Non-profit Organizations
   The Federation for Children with Special NeedsBoston, MA. gerstmann syndromeSupport Network, Riverview, MI, a member of the Parents Coalition.  
   http://www.iser.com/nps.html

8. The Complete Neurological Examination
   Very brief mention of gerstmann syndrome in the context of neurological examination.  
   http://www.medinfo.ufl.edu/year2/neuro/neuroexam/neuroexm.html#GERSTMANN
   
   Extractions: The entire neurological examination is on this page of the website. Except when self-evident, each segment of the examination has Objectives: why this examination is performed Exam or Observe: how to do it Interpretation: how to interpret it Record: how to record the results of the examination The red star indicates an item of the exam that is recommended for the screening neurologic exam (see also, screening neurologic exam Additional linked pages are provided as follows: click on to access [more] Information needed to understand the examination [supplement] Supplemental information beyond the scope of the 2nd year Introduction to Clinical Neurology course [demo] Video demonstration of the relevant segment of the normal neurological examination [video] Examples of abnormal responses Objectives: To gather information needed to interpret the mental status exam.

9. HON - List Of Rare Diseases
   Fusobacterium Infections. Gardner Syndrome, Gaucher Disease. gerstmann syndrome,Giant Lymph Node Hyperplasia. Gilbert Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type I.  
   http://www.hon.ch/HONselect/RareDiseases/

10. Gerstmann-Sträussler-Scheinker Syndrome (www.whonamedit.com)
    Translate this page Also known as gerstmann syndrome I,Gerstmann-Sträussler-Scheinker syndrome,Sträussler’sdisease,Sträussler’s syndrome. Who named it?  
    http://www.whonamedit.com/synd.cfm/2269.html
    
    Extractions: A an extremely rare familial form of Creutzfeldt-Jakob syndrome, similar to familial insomnia, another prion disease. A widespread degeneration of the nervous system, starting usually in the fourth or fifth decade of life with slowly developing dysarthria and cerebellar ataxia and then dementia, accompanied by spinocerebellar and corticospinal tract degeneration. Absence of leg reflexes. Death follows 2 to 10 years after the onset of symptoms. Occurrence is one in a million people a year. Autosomal dominant inheritance.

11. Gerstmann Syndrome Articles, Support Groups, And Resources
    gerstmann syndrome articles, support groups, and resources for patientsfrom Med Help International (www.medhelp.org). gerstmann syndrome.  
    http://www.medhelp.org/HealthTopics/Gerstmann_Syndrome.html

12. Gerstmann Syndrome Support Network
    gerstmann syndrome Support Network. Write gerstmann syndrome Support Network,c/o Gerald Olseski, Jr., 14246 Heritage Dr., Riverview, MI 48192.  
    http://www.medhelp.org/amshc/amshc370.htm
    
    Extractions: Title: The Genetic Alliance Description: Consortium of support groups, professional organizations, industry and governmental agencies dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by genetic disorders. Information and referrals to support groups and genetic services. Scope: International network Number Groups: 350 chapters Founded: Address: 4301 Connecticut Ave. United States Telephone: 1-800-336-4363 or (202)966-5557 Fax: Email: info@geneticalliance.org Web Address: http://geneticalliance.org This information has been generously provided by The American Self Help Clearinghouse and hosted by Med Help International . Please send corrections/updates to ed@selfhelpgroups.org

13. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    gerstmann syndrome. gerstmann syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that canoccur as the result of a brain injury or as a developmental disorder.  
    http://yalenewhavenhealth.org/library/healthguide/IllnessConditions/topic.asp?hw

14. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    gerstmann syndrome. Self Help Clearinghouse. gerstmann syndrome SupportNetwork. National network. Founded 1997.Mutual  
    http://yalenewhavenhealth.org/Library/HealthGuide/SelfHelp/topic.asp?hwid=shc29g

15. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    gerstmann syndrome. gerstmann syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that canoccur as the result of a brain injury or as a developmental disorder.  
    http://www.laurushealth.com/library/healthguide/illnessconditions/topic.asp?hwid

16. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    gerstmann syndrome. Self Help Clearinghouse. gerstmann syndrome SupportNetwork. National network. Founded 1997.Mutual  
    http://www.laurushealth.com/library/healthguide/selfhelp/topic.asp?hwid=shc29ger

17. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    Saint Luke's Health System eLibrary. gerstmann syndrome. Self Help Clearinghouse.gerstmann syndrome Support Network. National network.  
    http://hvelink.saint-lukes.org/library/healthguide/SelfHelp/topic.asp?hwid=shc29

18. Health Library
    Genetic Alliance InformationHealth Helpline. Genetic Disorders. GerstmannSyndrome. gerstmann syndrome Support Network-gerstmann syndrome.  
    http://hvelink.saint-lukes.org/library/healthguide/SelfHelp/_SearchResults.asp?l

19. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    Past Topics. gerstmann syndrome. Self Help Clearinghouse. GerstmannSyndrome Support Network. National network. Founded 1997  
    http://uhcs.universityhealth.org/library/healthguide/selfhelp/topic.asp?hwid=shc

20. Health Library - Gerstmann Syndrome
    TOLL FREE. gerstmann syndrome. Self Help Clearinghouse. gerstmann syndromeSupport Network. National network. Founded 1997  
    http://hvlib.integris-health.com/Library/HealthGuide/SelfHelp/topic.asp?hwid=shc

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