P.21Genetic analysis of first-degree relatives with inclusion body myositis

Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a sporadic clinicopathologically defined myopathy characterised by finger flexor and quadriceps weakness, along with the histological triad of endomysial autoaggressive inflammation, rimmed vacuoles and protein aggregates. Rare familial occurrences of IBM have however been reported. We have identified 3 such families. Families 1 and 2 consisted of pairs of affected siblings, while family 3 consisted of a mother and her two children. The onset of symptoms was between 55 and 73 years.
Source: Neuromuscular Disorders - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research