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hereditary ataxia

any in a group of heritable disorders characterized by the inability to perform coordinated movements (ataxia), among other clinical features. Examples include ataxia telangiectasia and Friedreich’s ataxia.

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estazolam

n. a high-potency, intermediate-acting benzodiazepine used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. U.S. trade name: ProSom.