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Duchenne muscular dystrophy

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X-linked recessive genetic defects
X-linked recessive genetic defects
X-linked recessive genetic defects - how boys are affected
X-linked recessive genetic defects - how boys are affected
X-linked recessive genetic defects - how girls are affected
X-linked recessive genetic defects - how girls are affected
Alternative Names

Pseudohypertrophic muscular dystrophy; Muscular dystrophy - Duchenne type


Prevention

Genetic counseling is advised if there is a family history of the disorder. Duchenne muscular dystrophy can be detected with about 95% accuracy by genetic studies performed during pregnancy.


Review Date: 08/11/2006
Reviewed By: Brian Kirmse, MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Department of Human Genetics, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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