Leonardo Jaimes, MD

All articles by Leonardo Jaimes, MD

• Higher cholesterol levels associated with decreased bone density in DMD

  Cholesterol and triglyceride levels appear to be inversely correlated with bone density in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

• Parents and patients have mixed opinions on preventative bisphosphonates for DMD

  Boys with DMD, their parents and health professionals have a mix of perspectives on the use of bisphosphonates to prevent osteoporosis.

• Muscle contractures linked to gait abnormalities in DMD

  Muscle contractures contribute significantly to walking (gait) abnormalities in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

• Home ventilation slows respiratory deterioration in DMD

  Initiation of home mechanical ventilation around the age of 20 appears to slow respiratory deterioration in patients with DMD.

• New study examines physical activity in boys with DMD

  Non-ambulatory boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) have concerningly low levels of physical activity, a new study found.

• Muscular Dystrophy Association president retires

  Donald S. Wood has retired from the Muscular Dystrophy Association, an organization dedicated to helping individuals with conditions like DMD.

• Scoliosis-correcting surgery could improve survival in DMD

  Scoliosis-correcting surgery may prolong survival in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), according to study.

• Case study examines nighttime ventilation in patients with both DMD and autism

  A recent case study shows the challenges of initiating non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in patients with DMD and neurocognitive comorbidities.

• Families and care teams face obstacles to shared decision-making in DMD

  The lack of clear information combined with the limited treatments for DMD impact shared decision making between families and providers.

• Parents of children with DMD experience moderate posttraumatic growth

  Parents of patients with DMD exhibit some positive psychological and emotional growth, but would benefit from better support systems.