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What do the symptoms of mitochondrial myopathies depend on?
Symptoms of mitochondrial myopathies are largely variable from person to person, even within the same family, and are dependent on the amount and type of genetic mutations present
What does the diagnostic criteria for mitochondrial myopathies involve?
The diagnostic criteria for mitochondrial myopathies involve phenotypic evaluation (or evaluation of observable traits), followed by laboratory evaluation
Who are patients with mitochondrial myopathies referred to?
Persons with mitochondrial myopathies are referred to a clinical geneticist for management and further evaluation, particularly in the absence of a confident clinical diagnosis
How are mitochondrial myopathies diagnosed?
The diagnosis of mitochondrial myopathies is initially clinical, which means that it is based on the observable clinical manifestations that the patient shows versus results obtained from genetic analysis or laboratory tests
What defects can be present in individuals with mitochondrial myopathies?
Defects can involve seizures, movement disorders , headaches , and cognitive (thought) disorders such as developmental delay or dementia (forgetfulness, senility). People with mitochondrial myopathies can also have hearing loss
Does age of onset affect prognosis for myopathy?
Progressive myopathies that develop later in life usually have a better prognosis than conditions that develop during childhood.
How is a diagnosis of mitochondrial myopathies confirmed?
A diagnosis of mitochondrial myopathies is confirmed through a combination of clinical evaluation, muscle biopsy to look for mitochondrial abnormalities, and genetic testing to identify mutations in mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA. Additional tests may also be conducted to assess muscle function and metabolic abnormalities.
How was the identification of nDNA mutations that cause mitochondrial myopathies first made?
first made when a nuclear gene involved in mtDNA replication was found to be defective in a disorder involving a patient with a mitochondrial myopathy
Ragged red fiber is a sign of an abnormality in what?
It can be seen in a variety of conditions. However, it is frequently associated with muscle disorders known as "mitochondrial myopathies."
When can the symptoms of mitochondrial myopathies first appear?
These disorders can occur in infancy, childhood, or adulthood. In general, individuals with mitochondria dysfunction have abnormalities in the central nervous system
What dietary supplements may help patients with mitochondrial myopathies?
Creatine, coenzyme Q 10, and carnitine are naturally occurring supplements that are thought to enhance ATP production
What is a special concern for patients with mitochondrial myopathies?
the absence of a causative explanation for why the symptoms developed. This is especially challenging for determining recurrence risks for parents considering future pregnancies
