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Genetic Link Found Between Muscular Dystrophy and Liver Issues

10/26/2025

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A case report in BMC Pediatrics documents a 21-month-old Sri Lankan boy with Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy 5 (EDMD5) after persistent transaminitis.
Investigations show high transaminases, prompting a link between muscular dystrophy and liver dysfunction.
Genetic analysis identified a SYNE2 gene variant, confirming the EDMD5 diagnosis.
The team pursued physical therapy and nutritional support, highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration and awareness of atypical symptoms.

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Story summary

A case report in BMC Pediatrics documents a 21-month-old Sri Lankan boy with Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy 5 (EDMD5) after persistent transaminitis.
Investigations show high transaminases, prompting a link between muscular dystrophy and liver dysfunction.
Genetic analysis identified a SYNE2 gene variant, confirming the EDMD5 diagnosis.
The team pursued physical therapy and nutritional support, highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration and awareness of atypical symptoms.