Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
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| Name: Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome |
| Also known as: |
| A progressive and permanent weakening and wasting of muscles. |
Causes of Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
Inherited condition that runs in families. |
Symptoms of Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
Muscle weakness which attacks muscles of the trunk more than the limbs and makes breathing more and more difficult. |
Tests for Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
Diagnosed by electrical studies of muscle action, and muscle biopsy. |
Treatment for Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
No effective treatment available, but physiotherapy may be beneficial.
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Complications of Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome of its treatment
Pneumonia from the failure of muscles of breathing. |
Likely Outcome of Werdig-Hoffman Syndrome
No cure. Most patients die before the age of five years. |
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