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Congenital Muscular Dystrophy
A group of diseases causing muscle weakness at birth. Several defined genetic mutations cause muscles to break down faster than they can repair or grow. A child with CMD may have various neurological or physical impairments. Some children never gain the ability to walk, while others lose the ability as they grow older. Learn more...-
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A Promising New Development For Treatment Of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
A technique called exon skipping shows great potential to increase muscle strength and prolong life in people with a severe form of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). According to a study that included MDA-supported Stephen Wilton at the University of Western Australia, exon skipping improves production of a crucial muscle protein that's missing in people with DMD...
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