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Diaphragmatic dysfunction in SEPN1-related myopathy.
Neuromuscular disorders : NMD - 1 Aug 2017
Caggiano Serena, Khirani Sonia, Dabaj Ivana, Cavassa Eliana, Amaddeo Alessandro, Arroyo Jorge Olmo, Desguerre Isabelle, Richard Pascale, Cutrera Renato, Ferreiro Ana, Estournet Brigitte, Quijano-Roy Susana, Fauroux Brigitte
Abstract excerpt
SEPN1-related myopathy (SEPN1-RM) is characterized by predominant axial muscle weakness, early scoliosis, rigid spine and severe respiratory insufficiency. The aim of the study was to characterize the mechanisms of respiratory dysfunction in SEPN1-RM patients. Breathing pattern and respiratory muscle strength were measured by means of esophageal (Pes) and gastric (Pgas) pressures. Seven patients aged 7-55 years...
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