| Literature DB >> 22655512 |
Laura C McAdam1, Amanda L Mayo, Benjamin A Alman, W Douglas Biggar.
Abstract
Deflazacort is the most commonly prescribed corticosteroid for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy in Canada. We review the long-term experience with deflazacort treatment at two centers in Canada; Montreal and Toronto. Deflazacort has benefitted both cohorts by prolonged ambulation, preserved cardiac and respiratory function, less scoliosis and improved survival. Common side effects in both cohorts include weight gain, decreased height and cataract formation. The Canadian experience supports the use of deflazacort in treating boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.Entities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22655512 PMCID: PMC3440807
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Acta Myol ISSN: 1128-2460