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Limited research highlights gaps in knowledge about management and genetic counselling for the condition. HDL2 is rare but an important differential diagnosis for individuals with HD-like symptoms who have tested negative for HD.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This review aimed to synthesise published clinical and genetic data on HDL2, identify knowledge gaps, and serve as a resource for healthcare professionals supporting individuals affected by or at risk of HDL2.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A mixed method integrative systematic review of four databases (Medline, Embase, Scopus, and PsycINFO) generated 323 peer-reviewed articles, of which 36 were included. 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Findings related to seven categories: DNA repeat length and impact on phenotype, age of onset and disease duration, family history, African ancestry, neurological characteristics, clinical characteristics, and experiences and support.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This review highlights the importance of understanding the reduced penetrance range and early psychiatric symptoms in HDL2 for accurate genetic counselling and interpretation of test results. 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