| Phys. Description |
ix, 149 p. : ill. ; 20 cm. |
| Series |
The facts |
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Facts (Oxford, England).
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| Contents |
1. Introduction -- 2. What is muscular dystrophy? -- 3. Confirming the diagnosis -- 4. Different types of muscular dystrophy -- 5. Treatment -- 6. Living with muscular dystrophy -- 7. Education and employment -- 8. Inheritance and genetic counselling -- 9. Professional and voluntary support -- 10. The future -- Living with Muscular Dystrophy -- App. 1. Further reading and information -- App. 2. Patient support groups -- App. 3. Muscular dystrophy associations and groups in various countries. |
| Summary |
Explains muscular dystrophy, the different types and its treatment. Discusses the emotional effects of the disease and provides advice on the problems of schooling and work. Guides the reader to sources of further information, Internet resources and support groups. |
| Subject |
Muscular Dystrophies.
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| Other Number |
2007048242 |
| ISBN |
9780199542161 (pbk.) |
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0199542163 (pbk.) |
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