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- Title
Double trouble: Kennedy Disease and Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy in a Cree Male.
- Authors
Mulvany-Robbins, Bridget; Schmitt, Laura M.; Johnston, Wendy S.; Beecher, Grayson
- Abstract
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.
- Subjects
MUSCULAR atrophy; CREE (North American people); NEUROMUSCULAR diseases; ANDROGEN receptors; MOTOR unit
- Publication
Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, 2024, Vol 51, Issue 6, p871
- ISSN
0317-1671
- Publication type
Academic Journal
- DOI
10.1017/cjn.2023.303