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Mitochondrial myopathies and anaesthesia
1 Mar 2004
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The mitochondrial myopathies consist of a heterogeneous group of disorders caused by structural and functional abnormalities in mitochondria leading to involvement of the nervous system and muscles as well as other organ systems. The peculiar genetic characteristics of mitochondrial DNA impart distinctive properties to these disorders. The pathophysiology is presented. The methods employed in making the correct...
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