Acquired Myopathy/Dystrophies

Diseases of muscle may be congenital or acquired. They cause muscle weakness without sensory loss. The onset, distribution, and clinical course help to differentiate the type of muscle disorder. The diagnostic workup may include laboratory examination, electrodiagnostic studies, and muscle biopsy. A...

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Published in:PM & R 2013-05, Vol.5 (5), p.S74-S80
Main Author: Chiodo, Anthony, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biopsy
Diagnosis, Differential
Electrodiagnosis - methods
Humans
Muscle Weakness - physiopathology
Muscular Diseases - diagnosis
Muscular Diseases - etiology
Muscular Diseases - physiopathology
Muscular Dystrophies - diagnosis
Muscular Dystrophies - etiology
Muscular Dystrophies - physiopathology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Summary:Diseases of muscle may be congenital or acquired. They cause muscle weakness without sensory loss. The onset, distribution, and clinical course help to differentiate the type of muscle disorder. The diagnostic workup may include laboratory examination, electrodiagnostic studies, and muscle biopsy. A definitive diagnosis leads to better decision making with regard to treatment, genetic education, prognosis, functional expectations, and the impact of exercise on muscle function.
ISSN:1934-1482
1934-1563
DOI:10.1016/j.pmrj.2013.04.004