[Review] Diagnosis and management of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, part 1: diagnosis, and neuromuscular, rehabilitation, endocrine, and gastrointestinal and nutritional management

Since the publication of the Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) care considerations in 2010, multidisciplinary care of this severe, progressive neuromuscular disease has evolved. In conjunction with improved patient survival, a shift to more anticipatory diagnostic and therapeutic strategies has occurred, with a renewed focus on patient quality of life. In 2014, a steering committee of experts from a wide range of disciplines was established to update the 2010 DMD care considerations, with the goal of improving patient care.

Source: Lancet Neurology - January 23, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: David J Birnkrant, Katharine Bushby, Carla M Bann, Susan D Apkon, Angela Blackwell, David Brumbaugh, Laura E Case, Paula R Clemens, Stasia Hadjiyannakis, Shree Pandya, Natalie Street, Jean Tomezsko, Kathryn R Wagner, Leanne M Ward, David R Weber, DMD Care Tags: Review Source Type: research