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Bridging the Gap: Addressing Unmet Needs in Spinal Muscular Atrophy for Older Patients
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EP. 1: Describing SMA Progression Over Time
May 15th 2025Panelists discuss how spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) progresses over time, affecting motor function differently in older patients vs infants, with experts noting the shift from traditional classification (types 1 to 4) to functional categories (nonsitters, sitters, walkers).
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EP. 2: Unmet Needs of Older Patients Living With SMA
May 15th 2025Panelists discuss how the needs of older patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) differ from infants, focusing on independence, education, career goals, fatigue management, and quality of life rather than just motor milestones.
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