All are true about Duchene Muscular Dystrophy Except:-
Explanation Proximal muscle weakness is seen Defect in Dystrophin gene (Largest gene in human) Swollen calf - Pseudohyperophy of calf (Fibrous fatty deposit) Gower's sign: -Patient uses his own body to climb up as there is proximal muscle weakness. X-linked recessive (Xp 21) Average life span is 26 years Boys- more common Definitive diagnosis is by muscle biopsy and genetic studies.
Swollen Calf is present
Patient uses his own body to climb up.
Distal muscle weakness is seen
Cardiomyopathy and congestive hea failure are seen
Pediatric Ohopedics