Novel mutation in the MYH2 gene in a symptomatic neonate with a hereditary myosin myopathy.

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INTRODUCTION: Hereditary myosin myopathies are muscle disorders caused by mutations in myosin heavy chain genes. The MYH2 gene encodes the fast 2A skeletal muscle isoform, and mutations manifest as joint contractures, muscle weakness, and external ophthalmoplegia. Muscle biopsy shows decreased type 2A fibers, and vacuoles are sometimes present in adults with progressive disease. PRESENTATION OF CASE: This case...

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