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McArdle's syndrome. Fine structural changes in muscle.

A Korényi-Both, B H Smith, J K Baruah

    Acta Neuropathologica
    |September 26, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study reports two McArdle's syndrome cases, one with typical symptoms and another showing unusual muscle phosphorylase activity. Electron microscopy confirmed the diagnosis in the atypical case, highlighting its importance in diagnosing McArdle's myopathy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Muscle Diseases
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • McArdle's syndrome, a glycogen storage disease, results from muscle glycogen phosphorylase deficiency.
    • Clinical presentation can vary, posing diagnostic challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report two cases of McArdle's syndrome with distinct features.
    • To emphasize the diagnostic utility of electron microscopy in McArdle's myopathy.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report of two patients with McArdle's syndrome.
    • In vitro biochemical assays for muscle phosphorylase activity.
    • Electron microscopy for ultrastructural analysis of muscle tissue.

    Main Results:

    • One case presented as a 'classical' example of McArdle's syndrome.
    • The second case exhibited in vitro muscle phosphorylase activity, an unusual finding.
    • Electron microscopy confirmed the diagnosis in the second case by revealing characteristic fine structural changes.

    Conclusions:

    • Histochemical studies alone may be insufficient to rule out McArdle's myopathy.
    • Electron microscopy is a valuable tool for diagnosing McArdle's syndrome, especially in atypical presentations.
    • Understanding the spectrum of McArdle's syndrome is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

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