spinal muscular atrophies
"Spinal muscular atrophies" encompass a range of genetic conditions affecting motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness and degeneration.
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Definition
C2Medical
(technical, clinical)A group of genetic disorders causing progressive weakness and wasting of muscles due to the degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord.
Example
- Patients with spinal muscular atrophies often require specialized care and physical therapy.
- The diagnosis of spinal muscular atrophies is confirmed through genetic testing.
C2Genetics
(technical, scientific)Inherited conditions leading to the loss of motor neurons, which results in severe muscle wasting and mobility issues.
Example
- Spinal muscular atrophies are often detected through genetic screening.
- Research on spinal muscular atrophies focuses on gene therapy and other innovative treatments.
C2Neurology
(technical, medical)Neuromuscular diseases marked by the deterioration of motor nerve cells in the spinal cord, impairing muscle function and strength.
Example
- The neurologist specializes in treating spinal muscular atrophies.
- Patients with spinal muscular atrophies may experience difficulty in performing daily activities.