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DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY 4E OMMG C
By Emery
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Description
Recent understanding of the nature of the genetic defect responsible for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and isolation of the protein dystrophin has led to the development of new theories for the disease's pathogenesis. This new edition incorporates these advances from the field of molecular biology, and describes the resultant opportunities for screening, prenatal diagnosis, genetic counselling and from recent pioneering work with anti-sense oligonucleotides, the possibility of effective RNA therapy. Although there is still no cure for the disorder, there have been significant developments concerning the gene basis, publication of standards of care guidelines, and improvements in management leading to significantly longer survival, particularly with cardio-pulmonary care. The authors also investigate other forms of pharmacological, cellular and gene therapies.
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy will be essential reading not only for scientists and clinicians, but will also appeal to therapists and other professionals involved in the care of patients with muscular dystrophy.
Product details
Edition:
4
Number of Pages:
320
Release Date:
2015-04-26
Publication Date:
2014-05-22
Publisher:
Oxford University Press (UK)
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
0199681481
ISBN13:
9780199681488
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
646 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
22 cm
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