Explore these resources to help deepen your understanding of XLMTM and facilitate patient and caregiver support

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Downloadable resources

XLMTM Brochure

An overview of XLMTM, associated complications, diagnosis, and patient care

Is it XLMTM?

Differential diagnosis guide for neuromuscular disorders

XLMTM key signs and symptoms

Quick guide for recognizing XLMTM

Useful videos

XLMTM Mechanism of Disease

See how mutations in MTM1 affect muscle function and lead to XLMTM.

XLMTM Disease Overview

Hear insights shared by Dr. Basil Darras, including an overview of XLMTM, signs and symptoms, and diagnosis

XLMTM Care Approach

Hear insights shared by Dr. Basil Darras on the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing XLMTM patients

XLMTM Respiratory Implications

Hear insights shared by Dr. Robert Graham on the respiratory impact of XLMTM on patients

XLMTM Respiratory Support

Hear insights shared by Dr. Robert Graham on respiratory care options for patients with XLMTM

Select X-linked myotubular myopathy (XLMTM) publications

Mortality and respiratory support in X-linked myotubular myopathy: a RECENSUS retrospective analysis

Graham R, Muntoni F, Hughes I, et al
2020;105(4):332-338.
DOI:10.1136/archdischild-2019-317910

X-linked myotubular myopathy: a prospective international natural history study

Annoussamy M, Lilien C, Gidaro T, et al
2019;92(16):e1852-e1867.
DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000007319

Centronuclear myopathy: advances in genetic understanding and potential for future treatments

Zanoteli E
2018;6(6):375-384.
DOI:10.1080/21678707.2018.1480366

A multicenter, retrospective medical record review of patients with X-linked myotubular myopathy (XLMTM): the RECENSUS study

Beggs A, Byrne B, Chastonary S, et al
2018;57(4):550-560.
DOI:10.1016/j.nmd.2017.06.286

A natural history study of X‑linked myotubular myopathy

Amburgey K, Tsuchiya E, Chastonay S, et al
2017;89(13):1355-1364.
DOI:10.1212/WNL.0000000000004415

Approach to the diagnosis of congenital myopathies

North K, Wang C, Clarke N, et al
2014;24(2):97-116.
DOI:10.1016/j.nmd.2013.11.003

Consensus statement on standard of care for congenital myopathies

Wang C, Dowling J, North K
2012;27(3):363-382.
DOI:10.1177/0883073812436605

X-linked myotubular myopathy

Dowling J, Lawlor M, Das S
2002.

Genotype–phenotype correlations in X-linked myotubular myopathy

McEntagart M, Parsons G, Buj-Bello A, et al
2002;12(10):939-946.
DOI:10.1016/S0960-8966(02)00153-0

Resources for patients and caregivers living with XLMTM

Global Genes
An international, non-profit patient advocacy organization dedicated to patients with rare disease and their caregivers

Joshua Frase Foundation
A non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure or treatment for centronuclear and myotubular myopathies and to supporting families whose lives are affected by these disorders

MTM-CNM Family Connection
A non-profit organization dedicated to connecting families affected by Myotubular Myopathy (MTM) and/or Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM) to resources, research, and relationships within the MTM-CNM community

National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
A non-profit patient advocacy organization dedicated to rare disease awareness and education

NIH Genetics Home Reference
A patient-friendly educational resource provided by the National Library of Medicine

Rare Disease Day
A global organization dedicated to raising awareness about rare diseases and their impact on patients

Will-Cure
A non-profit organization dedicated to funding medical research and advocating for patients afflicted with MTM

Websites with additional disease educational information for healthcare providers

NIH Genetics and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD)
GARD provides access to current information about rare or genetic diseases.

Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM)
OMIM is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Treat-NMD Neuromuscular Network
Treat-NMD is a network for healthcare professionals, researchers, and patients focusing on scientific research and therapeutic advancements in the field of neuromuscular disease.

Genetic Testing Registry (GTR)
GTR provides information for healthcare providers on genetic testing for diseases including XLMTM.

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