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        Spinal muscular atrophy diagnosis
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        Spinal muscular atrophy diagnosis and conservative treatment
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        Top Hospitals for Treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

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        University Hospital Heidelberg
        Germany, Heidelberg
        University Hospital Heidelberg
        Overall rating9.8 / 10
        According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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        University Hospital Würzburg
        Germany, Würzburg
        University Hospital Würzburg
        Overall rating9.2 / 10
        According to the Focus magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals! The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and
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        University Hospital Marburg UKGM
        Germany, Marburg
        University Hospital Marburg UKGM
        Overall rating8.6 / 10
        The University Hospital Marburg UKGM offers patients modern diagnostics and comprehensive therapy at the international level. As a maximum care hospital, the medical facility specializes in all fields of modern medicine ranging from ophthalmology to traumatology and dentistry. The main areas of specialization of the hospital are
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        About the disease

        Spinal muscular atrophy is a rare hereditary disorder that causes nerve cells, known as motor neurons, to be lost due to muscle wastage. This genetic condition can develop if a baby inherits an altered gene (SMN1) from both parents. In severe cases, spinal muscular atrophy can be fatal if it progresses very rapidly. It is the most common cause of genetic death in infancy. Since this disease causes extreme muscle weakness, including the internal muscles that are responsible for breathing and swallowing, it can cause recurrent respiratory diseases, including pneumonia.

        The onset of symptoms generally starts during childhood (from the age of 6 months), but in some cases it may only start to manifest itself in the third decade of adulthood. Life expectancy is usually normal in children who develop spinal muscular atrophy after the age of 12 months. However, they may still suffer from muscle weakness and respiratory problems, which will require regular monitoring by a doctor.

        Symptoms

        • Muscle weakness
        • Weak muscle tone
        • Weak reflexes in the muscles or their lack thereof in severe cases
        • Respiratory problems
        • Difficulty swallowing or crying loudly

        Diagnosis

        • During a general examination, the doctor will check the child’s reflexes, muscle strength and mobility.
        • The doctor will also listen to the child’s lungs. Children with spinal muscular atrophy usually cry very quietly. In adults, extreme muscle weakness is the main manifestation of spinal muscular atrophy.
        • An electromyogram is a diagnostic test that can help to identify muscle denervation associated with spinal muscular atrophy.
        • Genetic testing can determine whether or not both parents are carriers of the SMN1 gene, which causes spinal muscular atrophy.

        Treatment

        • Conservative treatment, including the prescription of Nusinersen, can be very effective. This drug is administered by injection into the central nervous system.
        • Various orthotic devices can be used to assist mobility if the patient has problems with walking.
        • Respiratory care is also important, to avoid infections and problems with swallowing.

        Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Farrukh Ahmed

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        Cost of Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment varies from 6333.95 to 17452.01
        The best hospitals for Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment are: University Hospital Heidelberg, University Hospital Würzburg, University Hospital Marburg UKGM

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