What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
Spinal muscular atrophy is among more than 40 neuromuscular disorders that include muscular dystrophy, neuropathy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Apr 22, 2010
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Anne Williams
Muscular Dystrophies
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) one of the many forms of disorders that are characterized by progressive muscle weakness is an example of an X-linked recessive trait.
Feb 17, 2010
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Geoffrey Miriti
What is Muscular Dystrophy?
Muscular dystrophies include a number of disorders that damage skeletal muscles, leading to a loss of strength, muscle wasting, and disabilities.
Mar 7, 2009
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Kenneth Rosen
How is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Inherited?
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is an inherited condition that is caused from a defective DMD gene. Learn how DMD is inherited from mother to son.
Aug 13, 2008
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Melinda Thompson
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