Abstract

Distal myopathy with rimmed vacuoles (DMRV) is a major entity of distal myopathy. It is an autosomal recessive disorder and is due to mutations in the GNE gene that regulates the synthesis of sialic acid. Although reported predominantly from Japan, cases have been reported from other parts of the world. We report the first genetically proven case of DMRV from India in a 23-year-old male with gradual onset, progressive distal weakness of both lower limbs with features of inflammation in muscle biopsy.

Details

Title
Distal myopathy with rimmed vacuoles and inflammation: A genetically proven case
Author
Kannan, Meena; Challa, S; Urtizberea, Andoni; Krahn, Martin; Jabeen, A; Borgohain, R
Pages
631-4
Publication year
2012
Publication date
Nov-Dec 2012
Publisher
Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd.
ISSN
00283886
e-ISSN
19984022
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
1267097766
Copyright
Copyright Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd Nov-Dec 2012