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Abnormal distribution of calcium-handling proteins: a novel distinctive marker in core myopathies.
Journal of neuropathology and experimental neurology - 1 Jan 2007
Herasse Muriel, Parain Karine, Marty Isabelle, Monnier Nicole, Kaindl Angela M, Leroy Jean-Paul, Richard Pascale, Lunardi Jöel, Romero Norma B, Ferreiro Ana
Abstract excerpt
Central core disease (CCD) and multi-minicore disease (MmD) are muscle disorders characterized by foci of mitochondria depletion and sarcomere disorganization ("cores") in muscle fibers. Although core myopathies are the most frequent congenital myopathies, their pathogenesis remains elusive and specific diagnostic markers are lacking. Core myopathies are mostly caused by mutations in 2 sarcoplasmic reticulum...
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