Double trouble: Kennedy Disease and Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy in a Cree Male.

Mulvany-Robbins, Bridget; Schmitt, Laura M.; Johnston, Wendy S.; Beecher, Grayson

The article in the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences discusses a rare case of a Cree male diagnosed with Kennedy Disease and Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy simultaneously. The patient's presentation of severe weakness and dysphagia led to the discovery of these co-existing neuromuscular disorders. The importance of thorough clinical evaluation, genetic testing, and treatment implications are highlighted in this case study, emphasizing the need for accurate diagnosis in complex neuromuscular conditions. The article also addresses the significance of considering local epidemiological factors and disease prevalence rates in specific patient populations, such as Indigenous communities, to facilitate appropriate genetic testing and management strategies.

MUSCULAR atrophy; CREE (North American people); NEUROMUSCULAR diseases; ANDROGEN receptors; MOTOR unit

Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, 2024, Vol 51, Issue 6, p871

0317-1671

Academic Journal

10.1017/cjn.2023.303