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.
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Long-term cardiac effects of glucocorticoids in DMD uncertain
A recent literature review of the effects of glucocorticoid therapy on cardiovascular health in patients with DMD showed mixed findings.
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New biomarker may enhance early detection of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
A new study found a protein lower in DMD carriers may serve as a useful biomarker in screening for the disease.
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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.
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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.
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Estrogen receptor alpha aids muscle regeneration in DMD
Estrogen receptor alpha is deeply involved in DMD muscle regeneration.
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Case report: DMD in a young boy with Wilson disease
The co-occurrence of DMD and Wilson disease is exceedingly rare and demands a thorough management strategy.
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Gene therapy Elevidys expands hope for patients with Duchenne
Elevidys is a one-time gene therapy that helps patients with DMD produce a key muscle protein and is under ongoing safety evaluation.
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For teens with Duchenne, planning for adulthood is important
When people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy reach adulthood, moving from child-centered healthcare to adult services comes with challenges.
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Case report: Acute stomach dilation in a patient with DMD
A teenage boy with DMD was found to have a rare gastrointestinal complication of the disease.
