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Advance care directive
A legal document that describes what medical procedures should or should not be given if an individual is not able to make decisions for themselves, or not able to communicate those decisions effectiv [..]
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Amniocentesis
A type of prenatal testing that can be done as early as the 14th week of pregnancy. Amniocentesis can detect SMA in a fetus, but is associated with a risk of miscarriage that may be as high as 1 in 20 [..]
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Aspiration
Occurs when food or liquids accidentally enter the windpipe instead of the stomach. A potentially serious complication for individuals with SMA.
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Autosomal recessive
The genetic profile of SMA. Autosomal means the gene resides on a chromosome other than the X or Y chromosome, meaning SMA can affect both males and females. Recessive means that both parents must pas [..]
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Basic research
Research that investigates the causes and biology of SMA, often revealing new and more effective ways of making drugs. Basic research is the first step in creating new drug candidates for SMA.
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Chorionic villus sampling
A type of prenatal testing that can be done as early as the 10th week of pregnancy. CVS can detect SMA in a fetus, but is associated with a risk of miscarriage that may be as high as 1 in 100.
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Clinical care research
Research focused on issues such as breathing or nutrition, with the goal of improving the quality of life for individuals with SMA.
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Contractures
A shortening of a muscle or joint, which can limit range of motion. A common complication for individuals with SMA.
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CPAP
Continuous positive airway pressure. A machine that provides breathing assistance through a mask over the nose or nose and mouth. Unlike BiPAP, which adjusts pressure when the individual inhales or ex [..]
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Double-blind
A type of clinical trial in which both the participants and the researchers do not know who receives the experimental treatment and who receives the placebo. This is to prevent researcher or participa [..]
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