101. Children’s Hospital Neurologist Receives Young Investigator Award In Spinal Award is funded by a grant from the spinal muscular atrophy Foundation. spinal muscular atrophy is a genetic motor neuron disease caused by the http://www.aan.com/press/press/index.cfm?fuseaction=release.view&release=271

102. SMA The International spinal muscular atrophy Patient Registry If you wish to participate in the spinal muscular atrophy Patient Registry, please contact http://www.iupui.edu/~medgen/hereditary/sma.html

Division of Hereditary Genomics The International Spinal Muscular Atrophy Patient Registry Coordinated by the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics Department at Indiana University and initiated by Families of SMA (FSMA) in 1986 Deutsch The purpose of the International Spinal Muscular Atrophy Patient Registry is to provide a resource by which individuals and families affected by SMA and researchers interested in studying SMA can come into contact with one another. Investigators who are interested in SMA research need access to information concerning SMA patients and families. It is important to establish a system whereby scientists, clinicians and families with SMA can get in touch with each other. The SMA Patient Registry makes this happen. The registry is grateful to Families of SMA for their continued funding By registering information with the SMA Patient Registry you are in no way committing yourself to participate in any research project. Your information simply allows us to notify you of any research projects which you or a family member may qualify to participate in, should you choose to do so. Under NO circumstances will your name be released to a researcher without your permission. Should a researcher wish to contact a family such as yours, we would first inform you of the study and then if we receive your permission to release your name to the researcher, we will do so. It is also important to note that research studies often have multiple criteria that an individual must meet in order to participate. Therefore, you may receive letters describing research studies for which you are not eligible.

103. Spinal Muscular Atrophy spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a disease of the anterior horn cells. Anterior horn cells are located in the spinal cord. SMA effects the voluntary muscles http://www.iupui.edu/~medgen/hereditary/spn_mus_atr.html

Division of Hereditary Genomics Hereditary Genomics Research What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a disease of the anterior horn cells. Anterior horn cells are located in the spinal cord. SMA effects the voluntary muscles for activities such as crawling, walking, head and neck control and swallowing. It mainly affects the proximal muscles, or in other words, the muscles closest to the point of origin, in this case those closest to the trunk of one's body. Weakness in the legs is generally greater than weakness in the arms. Some abnormal movements of the tongue, called tongue fasciculations may be present in patients with Type I and some patients with Type II. The senses/feelings are normal as is intellectual activity. In fact it is often observed that patients with SMA are unusually bright and sociable. International Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Patient Registry The International Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Patient Registry was established at Indiana University in response to a recommendation from Families of SMA. Families of SMA is a patient driven group dedicated to advancing research and supporting Families. The International SMA Patient Registry is funded by this organization. This registry provides an important means of communication between investigators who are interested in SMA research and families who are interested in furthering this research. Investigators who are interested in SMA research need access to information concerning SMA patients and families. It is important to establish a system whereby scientists and SMA families can get in touch with each other. The International SMA Patient Registry makes this happen by collecting and maintaining information on SMA patients and families.

104. Spinal Muscular Atrophy In The Neonate -- Markowitz Et Al. 33 (1): 12 -- Journal spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type I is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by loss of lower motor neurons in the spinal cord. http://jognn.awhonn.org/cgi/content/abstract/33/1/12

HOME HELP FEEDBACK SUBSCRIPTIONS ... TABLE OF CONTENTS QUICK SEARCH: [advanced] Author: Keyword(s): Year: Vol: Page: This Article Full Text Full Text (PDF) Services Similar articles in this journal Similar articles in PubMed Alert me to new issues of the journal Download to citation manager ... Reprints and Permissions PubMed PubMed Citation Articles by Markowitz, J. A. Articles by Fischbeck, K. H. JOGNN AWHONN, the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses DOI: 10.1177/0884217503261125 Spinal Muscular Atrophy in the Neonate Jennifer A. Markowitz Mindy B. Tinkle and Kenneth H. Fischbeck Mindy B. Tinkle, PhD, RN, is intramural program director for research and training, National Institute of Nursing Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD. Kenneth H. Fischbeck, MD, is chief, Neurogenetics Branch, National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Stroke, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD. Address for correspondence: Mindy B. Tinkle, PhD, RN, Intramural Program Director for Research and Training, National Institute of Nursing Research, National Institutes of Health, 31 Center Drive, Rm 5B-13, Bethesda, MD 20892-2178. E-mail: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type I is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by loss of lower motor neurons in the spinal cord. This severe hereditary neurodegenerative disorder

105. Spinal Muscular Atrophy Defining spinal muscular atrophy What are the different forms of SMA? spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is the name given to a group of inherited diseases http://www.muscle.ca/content/index.php?id=993

106. Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Dandy-Walker Complex, And Cataracts In Two Siblings: A University of Athens, 74 Vas. Sofias Avenue, Athens 11528, Greece; mpanas@med.uoa.gr. Keywords DandyWalker; cataracts; spinal muscular atrophy http://jnnp.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/extract/76/8/1183

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107. Clinical And Molecular Diagnosis Of Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Panigrahi I, Kesari Neurol India is an peerreviewed biomedical periodical of Neurological Society of India. http://www.neurologyindia.com/article.asp?issn=0028-3886;year=2002;volume=50;iss

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110. Spinal Muscular Atrophy The term spinal muscular atrophy is applied to most of the inherited motor spinal muscular atrophy, Brittany spaniel, AD, signs appear by 3 to 4 months http://www.upei.ca/~cidd/Diseases/nervous system disorders/spinal muscular atrop

related terms: inherited motor neuron diseases What is spinal muscular atrophy? The term spinal muscular atrophy is applied to most of the inherited motor neuron diseases in humans that affect mainly (although not exclusively) motor neurons. Motor neurons are the nerve cells that convey impulses to the muscles to produce movement. The syndromes vary between breeds (see below) but in general, degeneration of these neurons causes progressive weakness with difficulty in supporting weight, reduced reflexes, abnormal gait, and a loss of muscle mass (muscle atrophy). The disorder in the Brittany spaniel is uncommon and the rest of these disorders are very rare. Abnormality Breeds affected (RARE) Inheritance Clinical features Spinal muscular atrophy Brittany spaniel AD signs appear by 3 to 4 months ( homozygotes ), and are rapidly progressive; or not until 2 to 3 years ( heterozygotes ); initial weakness in hind end progresses to involve all 4 limbs Focal spinal muscular atrophy German shepherd unknown signs by 1 to 2 months; weakness in the front legs

111. Spinal Muscular Atrophy - National Institutes Of Health (NIH) spinal muscular atrophy Health Information from National Institutes of Health (NIH) http://health.nih.gov/result.asp/926

Home Health Information Browse Health Topics Alphabetically Spinal Muscular Atrophy Resources NINDS NLM Clinical Trials ... MedlinePlus NIH Institute and Center Resources National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke NINDS Kennedy's Disease Spinal Muscular Atrophy Call 301-496-5751 for more information National Library Medicine NLM Spinal muscular atrophy Related Topics: Muscular Dystrophy Neuromuscular Disorders Brain and Nervous System Genetics/Birth Defects ... Up to Top Look up "Spinal Muscular Atrophy" in: MedlinePlus - health resources from US government agencies and other credible organizations Clinical Trials Database - research studies in which you can participate This page was last reviewed on Thursday, July 28, 2005. Career Opportunities Visitor Information FOIA Employee Information ... Search National Institutes of Health (NIH) 9000 Rockville Pike Bethesda, Maryland 20892 Department of Health and Human Services

112. SMA Support Inc., Home Of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Dedicated to providing information, support and help for anyone facing the incurable genetic disease spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Learn about the disease, http://www.smasupport.com/

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113. Healthfinder® — Families Of Spinal Muscular Atrophy - SMA Families of spinal muscular atrophy was founded to support families with members suffering from the condition and to promote research into treatments for http://www.healthfinder.gov/orgs/HR2292.htm

Help Advanced Search News Library ... Organizations Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy - SMA Organization URL(s) sma@fsma.org www.fsma.org Other Contact Information P.O. Box 196 Libertyville, IL 60048-0196 800-886-1762 (Voice - Toll-free) 847-367-7620 (Voice) 847-367-7623 (FAX) Description Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy was founded to support families with members suffering from the condition and to promote research into treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Spinal muscular atrophy is a group of diseases which affect all age groups, from newborns to adults. The diseases included under spinal muscular atrophy are: Infantile Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Werdnig-Hoffmann Disease), Juvenile Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Kugelberg-Welander Disease), and Adult Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Aran-Duchenne Type). Online Resources Understanding Spinal Muscular Atrophy: A Comprehensive Guide http://www.fsma.org/booklet.htm Print Resources Informational brochures dealing with the spinal muscular atrophies and a videotape "Living with SMA" are available. Serial publication: "Direction" (newsletter), quarterlynews on new equipment and physical therapy exercises, family profiles, coping tips, and research update; "Understanding Spinal Muscular Atrophyavailable at no cost, English, Spanish and French.

114. Spinal Muscular Atrophy The disorder causes weakness and atrophy of the voluntary muscles. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921988418.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Neurology By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Spinal Muscular Atrophy Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic, motor neuron disease characterized by wasting of the skeletal muscles caused by progressive degeneration of the anterior horn cells of the spinal cord. The disorder causes weakness and atrophy of the voluntary muscles. Weakness occurs more often in the legs than in the arms. There are many types of SMA. Most types, however, are extremely rare, occurring in only one or two families. Some of the more common types are briefly described below. SMA type I , also called Werdnig-Hoffman disease , generally has onset in utero or within the first few months of life. There may be lack of fetal movement in the final months of pregnancy. Symptoms may include hypotonia (diminished muscle tone), weakness, swallowing and feeding difficulties, and respiratory problems. Onset of SMA type II usually occurs between 3 and 15 months of age. Features may include inability to stand or walk, respiratory problems, hypotonia, decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes, and muscle fasciculations (involuntary contractions or twitching of groups of muscles).

115. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: The Center For Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation Alter Autosomal recessive spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is the most common Treatment of type 1 spinal muscular atrophy with noninvasive ventilation and http://www.theuniversityhospital.com/ventilation/html/selectedstudies/studymuscu

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116. Spinal Muscular Atrophy Information Page: National Institute Of Neurological Dis spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). http://accessible.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/sma/sma.htm

Disorders - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Skip menus Main sections of the NINDS web site Home About NINDS Disorders-you are in this section Funding ... Jobs and Training You are here: Home Disorders Spinal Muscular Atrophy Disorders section pages and search Image Description Science For the Brain The nation's leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system. More about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Studies with patients Research literature Press releases NINDS Search (search help) Contact Us My Privacy NINDS is part of the National Institutes of Health Content for this page NINDS Spinal Muscular Atrophy Information Page Synonym(s): Werdnig-Hoffman Disease, Kugelberg-Welander Disease Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? ... Additional resources from MEDLINEplus What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic, motor neuron disease caused by progressive degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord. The disorder causes weakness and wasting of the voluntary muscles. Weakness is often more severe in the legs than in the arms.

117. Dr. Koop - Spinal Muscular Atrophy spinal muscular atrophy is a group of inherited diseases that cause progressive muscle degeneration and weakness, eventually leading to death. http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/000996.html

Home Health Reference Spinal muscular atrophy Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Spinal muscular atrophy Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Spinal muscular atrophy Definition: Spinal muscular atrophy is a group of inherited diseases that cause progressive muscle degeneration and weakness, eventually leading to death. Alternative Names: Werdnig-Hoffmann disease Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is the second leading cause of neuromuscular disease. It is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait (a person must get the defective gene from both parents to be affected) and has an incidence of approximately 4 per 100,000 people. In its most severe form (SMA type I, also called Werdnig-Hoffman disease), infants are born floppy with weak, thin muscles and feeding and breathing problems. Their lifespan seldom exceeds 2 to 3 years. Infants with SMA type II have less severe symptoms during early infancy, but they become progressively weaker with time. Survival time with type II is longer, but the disease kills most of those affected while they are still children. SMA type III is the least severe form of the disease, and symptoms may not appear until the second year of life. Often

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119. Muscular Atrophy, Spinal - Bulbospinal Neuronopathy - Information Page With HONs A group of disorders marked by progressive degeneration of motor neurons in the http://www.hon.ch/HONselect/RareDiseases/EN/C10.228.854.468.html

InitBulle("navy","#F8F8F8","#000066",1); HONcode sites All Web sites HONselect News ... Images HONselect Search English French German Spanish Portuguese the word the part of word in MeSH term in MeSH term and description Information on "Muscular Atrophy, Spinal": Medical hierarchy and definition Research Articles Web resources Medical Images Medical News Medical Conferences Clinical Trials Hierarchy English French German Spanish Portuguese Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Definition: A group of disorders marked by progressive degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord resulting in weakness and muscular atrophy, usually without evidence of injury to the corticospinal tracts. Diseases in this category include Werdnig-Hoffmann disease and later onset SPINAL MUSCULAR ATROPHIES OF CHILDHOOD , most of which are hereditary. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1089) Synonym(s): Bulbospinal Neuronopathy / Kennedy Syndrome / Oculopharyngeal Spinal Muscular Atrophy / Progressive Muscular Atrophy / Narrow term(s): Spinal Muscular Atrophies of Childhood Browse New search Web resources for "Muscular Atrophy, Spinal"

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