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[Spinal muscular atrophy in young infants]
1Afd. Kindergeneeskunde, Academisch Ziekenhuis der Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Tijdschrift Voor Kindergeneeskunde
|June 1, 1989
Summary
Neonatal muscular atrophy can stem from two congenital anterior horn cell diseases. Acute Werdnig-Hoffmann disease progresses postnatally, while anterior horn cell degeneration presents fully at birth with variable muscle pathology.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatrics
- Genetics
Background:
- Neonatal muscular atrophy presents diagnostic challenges.
- Congenital anterior horn cell diseases are key causes.
- Distinguishing between progressive and non-progressive forms is crucial.