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55596 Autosomal dominant limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 1G

definition

Autosomal dominant limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 1G (LGMD1G) is a mild subtype of autosomal dominant limb-girdle muscular dystrophy characterized by a typically adult onset of mild, progressive, proximal weakness of pelvic and shoulder girdle muscles and progressive, permanent finger and toes flexion limitation without flexion contractures. Normal to highly elevated creatine kinase serum levels are observed.