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Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy 1A, myotilin myopathy

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Link to WHO Definition

Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy 1A, myotilin myopathy – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/172327936

Autosomal dominant limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 1A belongs to a group of genetically determined, progressive muscle weakness disorders, in which the pelvic or shoulder girdle musculature is predominantly or primarily involved. LGMD 1A is characterised by dysarthria and has not been associated with cardiac problems, with onset in young adulthood.