Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy
Definition
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy (EDMD) is characterized by muscular weakness and atrophy, with early joint contractures and cardiomyopathy.
Also known as EDMD, Emery Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy, Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 11726 per MONDO
- MESH D020389 per MONDO
- NCIT C84685 per MONDO
- Orphanet 261 per MONDO
- SCTID 111508004 per MONDO
- UMLS C0410189 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Musculature | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Musculature | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Musculoskeletal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Musculoskeletal system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Nervous system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Nervous system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Peripheral nervous system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Peripheral nervous system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |