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Spinal Muscular Atrophy – A Brief Summary

The impact of SMA, what causes the condition, the numbers of people affected and possible treatments.

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What is 5q Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

Overview of this most common form of SMA, its causes, diagnosis, treatment and care.

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Symptoms & Effects of 5q Spinal Muscular Atrophy

How and why these vary and have been broadly called– Types 1, 2, 3 and 4.

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The Genetics of 5q SMA

How 5q SMA is inherited, how this affects children and other relatives and what support is available.

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Family Planning For Couples Affected By 5q SMA

The different options available for those affected by SMA.

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Drug Treatments for SMA

Read all the latest information about access to drug treatments in the UK.

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International Standards of Care for SMA

Guide to the 2017 International Standards of Care for SMA (SoC) is available here.

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Regional Neuromuscular Centres (RNMCs)

This page lists the RNMCs for children and adults across the UK.