New Rare Neuromuscular Disease Discovered

A new inherited neuromuscular disorder has been identified by a team of researchers. The rare condition is the result of a genetic mutation that interferes with the communication between nerves and muscles, resulting in impaired muscle control. The new disease was diagnosed in two families - one in the U.S. and the other in Great Britain - and afflicts multiple generations. The discovery was published today in the emAmerican Journal of Human Genetics/em. ...