Does Dr. Baeke study X-linked mental retardation?

Yes, Dr. Baeke focuses on X-linked mental retardation, particularly in cases where genetic tests do not match the clinical symptoms.

Has Dr. Baeke found any new genetic markers for intellectual disabilities?

While Dr. Baeke has not identified new genetic markers, his studies highlight the need for further research into other genetic causes of similar symptoms.

DR. JOHN L. BAEKE, M.D.

SAN ANTONIO, TX

Research Active

General Practice NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1991 – 1991 NPI: 1831192525

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Practice Location

423 TREELINE PARK STE 310
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209-2079

Phone: (918) 380-2525

What does JOHN BAEKE research?

Dr. Baeke studies intellectual disabilities, particularly those that are caused by genetic factors. His work is centered around a specific group of conditions known as X-linked mental retardation, which typically affects males. He examines adult men living in institutions to find patterns of genetic inheritance and identify those who show symptoms of intellectual disabilities but lack the usual genetic markers associated with these conditions. By doing so, he seeks to provide better understanding and support for families dealing with these complex cases.

Key findings

In a study of 307 institutionalized adult men with intellectual disabilities, 63 showed clinical symptoms similar to X-linked mental retardation but tested negative for expected genetic markers.
Among those 63 men, 13 individuals from 9 families suggested the possibility of an inherited form of the condition, indicating other genetic issues may be at play.
The research highlights gaps in current genetic testing practices, suggesting that more comprehensive approaches may be needed to identify underlying causes of intellectual disabilities.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Baeke study X-linked mental retardation?: Yes, Dr. Baeke focuses on X-linked mental retardation, particularly in cases where genetic tests do not match the clinical symptoms.
What types of patients does Dr. Baeke's research help?: His research helps patients with undiagnosed X-linked intellectual disabilities and their families by uncovering potential genetic causes.
Has Dr. Baeke found any new genetic markers for intellectual disabilities?: While Dr. Baeke has not identified new genetic markers, his studies highlight the need for further research into other genetic causes of similar symptoms.

Publications in plain English

A clinical, cytogenetic and familial study of 307 mentally retarded, institutionalized, adult male patients with special interest for fra(X) negative X-linked mental retardation.

1991

Clinical genetics

Haspeslagh M, Fryns JP, Holvoet M, Collen G, Dierck G +2 more

Plain English
This study looked at 307 adult men with intellectual disabilities living in an institution. The researchers focused on a specific type of genetic condition called X-linked mental retardation. They found 63 men who showed signs similar to a known condition but did not have the expected genetic markers. Among them, 13 men from 9 families showed patterns that suggest an inherited form of this condition, indicating there may be other types of genetic issues causing similar symptoms. Who this helps: This helps patients with undiagnosed X-linked intellectual disabilities and their families.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

M Haspeslagh J P Fryns M Holvoet G Collen G Dierck H van den Berghe

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