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Facioscapulohumeral dystrophy: case report and discussion.

Vincenzo Castellano¹, Joseph Feinberg, Jennifer Michaels

¹Department of Physiatry, Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021, USA. castellanov@hss.edu

HSS Journal : the Musculoskeletal Journal of Hospital for Special Surgery

|September 26, 2008

Summary

Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is a common form of muscular dystrophy. Early diagnosis through symptom evaluation and genetic testing is crucial for managing this progressive weakness.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Genetics
Musculoskeletal Disorders

Background:

Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is the third most prevalent form of muscular dystrophy.
It is characterized by progressive muscle weakness, often affecting facial, shoulder, and leg muscles.
FSHD should be considered in patients presenting with unexplained progressive weakness.

Observation:

A case study of a male patient initially presenting with lower back pain.
The patient exhibited progressive weakness in facial, truncal, and leg muscles.
Initial symptoms were misattributed, delaying diagnosis.

Findings:

Electrodiagnostic testing indicated a myopathic disorder affecting multiple muscle groups.
Genetic testing confirmed a FSHD deletion mutation, establishing the diagnosis.
The patient's symptoms were consistent with the typical presentation of FSHD.

Implications:

Early recognition and diagnosis of FSHD are vital for patient management.
While no cure exists, physical therapy and orthotics can improve function.
Further research into effective treatments for FSHD is warranted.