Summary Summary Short summary of a recent publication, written by scientific experts. Published: Nov 20, 2018

Could a mutation in a central nervous system myelin protein underlie multiple sclerosis?

Takeaway

  • Newly identified point mutation in the gene coding for the myelin proteolipid protein 1 (PLP1) in a person with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Why this matters

  • It remains unclear whether MS is principally caused by damage to the peripheral or central nervous system – findings could inform future therapies.