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Neurology
; 85(2): 116-7, 2015 Jul 14.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-26070337
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Rheum Dis Clin North Am
; 37(2): 173-83, v, 2011 May.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-21444018
RESUMO
Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is the most common acquired myopathy in people older than 50 years. IBM typically presents with distal upper extremity weakness accompanied by proximal lower extremity muscle weakness. Associated clinical findings include asymmetric weakness, foot drop, and dysphagia. The pathogenesis of IBM is not clear. In this article the authors briefly discuss postulated pathogenic mechanisms. Although no proven pharmacotherapy exists, some promising candidates are discussed.