limb-girdle muscular dystrophy
MONDO:0016971Also known as: LGMD, Leyden-Mobius muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy
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- MONDO:0016971
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Rare disease36 associated genes
Description
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) is a heterogeneous group of muscular dystrophies characterized by proximal weakness affecting the pelvic and shoulder girdles. Cardiac and respiratory impairment may be observed in certain forms of LGMD.
Associated genes
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