Cardiovascular magnetic resonance of cardiomyopathy in limb girdle muscular dystrophy 2B and 2I

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Authors

Xiomara Q. Rosales · The Ohio State University

Sean J Moser · The Ohio State University

Tam Tran · The Ohio State University

Beth McCarthy · The Ohio State University

Nicholas Dunn · The Ohio State University

Philip J. Habib · The Ohio State University

Orlando P. Simonetti ·

Abstract

LGMD2I and LGMD2B generally result in mild structural and functional cardiac abnormalities, though severe dilated cardiomyopathy may occur. Long-term studies are warranted to evaluate the prognostic significance of subclinical fibrosis detected by CMR in these patients.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiomyopathy and Myosin Studies Muscle Physiology and Disorders Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance

Volume 13, Issue 1, pp. 39-39

DOI: 10.1186/1532-429x-13-39

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