Experimental Myopathies And Muscular Dystrophy

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of muscular dystrophies, genes associated with each subtype, disease diagnosis, management as well as available treatment options. This book discusses the currently available diagnostic approaches that have revolutionized clinical research.

This volume explores experimental approaches used to study Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an X-linked degenerative skeletal muscle disease caused by mutations in the dystrophin gene. Including the latest progress

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is one of the most prevalent genetic disorders of childhood and currently stands as an incurable condition. This authoritative guide provides a clear overview of the latest current and experimental approaches to the treatment of DMD and examines the clinical, genetic, and pathophysiological aspects of the disease in the context of emerging therapeutic modalities.

This volume is for students, researchers, and clinicians interested in muscular dystrophies who want to improve their knowledge of these complex genetic diseases. This book reviews information on current clinical trials for muscular dystrophies and presents a framework for what to consider during the design of these trials.