What are the different types of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy?
The different types of LGMD have all gone through various name changes and reclassifications over the last few years. They are listed in the table below. All forms of LGMD have a genetic basis. The LGMDs are divided into two main groups depending on the way they are passed on in families. On this basis, they are grouped into autosomal recessive or type 2 LGMD and the much rarer group of autosomal dominant or type 1 LGMD. They can now be further subdivided on the basis of the faulty gene or the muscle protein deficiency which may tell us exactly where the problem lies. How is limb-girdle muscular dystrophy diagnosed? The first clue towards the diagnosis of LGMD is usually obtained when your doctor takes your medical history and examines you. The patient’s family history can help to identify the pattern of inheritance and to distinguish between autosomal dominant and autosomal recessive forms. A physical examination, particularly a neurological evaluation including a muscle strength asse
