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Bethlem myopathy

What is Bethlem myopathy?

A form of congenital muscular dystrophy characterized by a congenital to childhood onset of progressive proximal muscle weakness, joint contractures, and potential respiratory insufficiency in adulthood.

Other condition names

  • Benign autosomal dominant myopathy

Inheritance type

Autosomal dominant, Autosomal recessive

Age of Onset

  • Childhood
  • Infancy
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