 | Werner's Syndrome is a rare disorder because of its autosomal
recessive mode of inheritance. In the United States, it is estimated
that one in every million people are affected by the disorder. The
highest concentration of Werner's Syndrome resides in Japan, with over 800
known cases.
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| Werner's Syndrome is not limited by racial boundaries and affects all
races equally, despite the concentration on Japan.
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| Werner's Syndrome affects both sexes equally
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| Werner's Syndrome patients have an average life-span of 46 years.
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| Werner's Syndrome usually begin during puberty. |
