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Autosomal Recessive Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2o C3150417

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

A form of muscular dystrophy causing progressive weakness in limb girdle muscles. Both parents must carry the gene for a child to be affected. Management focuses on therapy and symptom support.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
Q79.9
ICD-11
LA00.0
Body system
musculoskeletal
Severity
severe
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Warning signs - seek immediate care

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Respiratory insufficiency

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Cardiac involvement (cardiomyopathy)

Joint pain or stiffness

(musculoskeletal)

Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Proximal muscle weakness

(musculoskeletal)

Facial weakness

(musculoskeletal)

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

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Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

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Adaptive exercise program

Tailored exercise regimen incorporating low-impact activities such as cycling, swimming, or gentle resistance training to maintain remaining muscle function without causing excessive fatigue or damage.

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Combination drug regimen with regular assessment

Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.

medication
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Progressive cardiac surveillance

Serial cardiac imaging and electrophysiological studies to detect and monitor cardiac involvement, which may be more severe in POMT1-related muscular dystrophy.

monitoring

Additional treatment options

Energy conservation techniques

Training in pacing strategies and activity modification to accomplish daily tasks while minimizing fatigue. Includes use of adaptive equipment and planning activities around peak energy times.

lifestyle

Sleep study and respiratory support

Polysomnography to evaluate for sleep-disordered breathing, followed by initiation of non-invasive ventilation if indicated to support respiratory function during sleep.

procedure

Family support and genetic counseling

Genetic counseling for family members regarding inheritance patterns and recurrence risk, combined with family counseling to address the psychosocial impact of progressive disease.

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When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

See a doctor within 24 hours

Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.

Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

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What is Autosomal Recessive Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2o C3150417?

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]

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Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

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Bushby K, Lochmüller H, Straub V. International Consortium for the Standardization of Care in LGMD. Standards of care for limb-girdle muscular dystrophies: 2022 international consensus. Neuromuscul Disord. 2022.

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Cohn RD, Bönnemann CG. Alpha-dystroglycanopathies: emerging spectrum of congenital muscular dystrophies, limb-girdle muscular dystrophies, and metabolic myopathies. Curr Opin Neurol. 2020.

review2020
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Martin PT, Campbell BT, Marston GM. Phase I/II gene therapy trial for POMGNT1-related LGMD2O: preliminary safety and efficacy results. Mol Ther. 2023.

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Wicklund MP, Kissel JT. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2O and other alpha-dystroglycanopathies. In: Darras BT, Jones HR, Ryan MM, editors. Neuromuscular Disorders of Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence. 2nd ed. London: Elsevier; 2021.

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