Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease

 

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Introduction

An inherited polyneuropathy with sensory and motor effects

prevalence of 40/100,000

 

 

 

The Case of...

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis. To get students thinking.

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Causes and Risk Factors

 

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Pathophysiology

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Signs and Symptoms

degree of manifestations is highly variable

  • history
  • physical exam

History

 

Physical Exam

 

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Investigations

  • lab investigations
  • diagnostic imaging

Lab Investigations

Diagnostic Imaging

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Differential Diagnosis

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Treatments

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Consequences and Course

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The Case of...

Case #2 - a small story wrapping it all up and asking about esp management.

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Additional Resources

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Topic Development

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