News tagged with neuromuscular disorders
Scientists discovered genetic cause for rare disorder of motor neurones
(Medical Xpress)—Scientists have identified an underlying genetic cause for a rare disorder of motor neurones, and believe this may help find causes of other related diseases.
Genetics
Dec 07, 2012 |
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Scientists discover gene behind rare disorders
Scientists at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital – The Neuro, McGill University working with a team at Oxford University have uncovered the genetic defect underlying a group of rare genetic disorders.
Genetics
Oct 09, 2012 |
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Study links Fragile X Syndrome proteins and RNA editing mistakes at nerve-muscle junction
The most common form of heritable cognitive impairment is Fragile X Syndrome, caused by mutation or malfunction of the FMR1 gene. Loss of FMR1 function is also the most common genetic cause of autism. Understanding ...
Neuroscience
Oct 30, 2011 |
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Stem cell model offers clues to cause of inherited ALS
An international team of scientists led by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have used induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) derived from patients with amyotrophic ...
Genetics
Jun 21, 2011 |
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Researchers describe a key mechanism in muscle regeneration
Researchers at the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) have described a new selective target in muscle regeneration. This is the association of alpha-enolase protein and plasmin. The finding could be used to ...
Medical research
Dec 19, 2012 |
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ALS patients differ on treatment choices in later phases of disease
Two new studies analyzing treatment decisions in late-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients shed light onto treatments aimed to extend the duration and quality of life in this progressively debilitating neuromuscular ...
Medical research
Apr 20, 2012 |
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Invasive treatment strategy may increase survival for patients with certain neuromuscular disorder
Patients with a cardiac irregularity and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (a severe neuromuscular disorder with a high risk of sudden death) who received an invasive treatment strategy that included testing of their heart's electrical ...
Cardiology
Mar 27, 2012 |
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