Congenital nemaline myopathy: management
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Congenital nemaline myopathy: management. Cytoplasmic nemaline rods or bodies, Intranuclear rods. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Muscle biopsy
- Cytoplasmic nemaline rods or bodies
- Intranuclear rods
- Internalized nuclei
Other investigations
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Physical therapy
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Treatment of drooling
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Management of swallowing and feeding
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Bone health management
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Management of contractures
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Scoliosis management
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Mobility aids
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Vaccinations
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Respiratory management
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Other management
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References
- Wang CH, Dowling JJ, North K, et al. Consensus statement on standard of care for congenital myopathies. J Child Neurol 2012; 27:363-382.
- Christophers B, Lopez MA, Gupta VA, Vogel H, Baylies M. Pediatric nemaline myopathy: a systematic review using individual patient data. J Child Neurol 2022; 37:652-663.
