Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Management of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy

Overview

This updated guideline from the American Academy of Neurology and American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine revises the 2015 recommendations for the evaluation, diagnosis, prognostication, and treatment of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy. A patient-friendly summary and educational materials for clinicians are also available on their website.

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