A multidisciplinary approach to adult patients with spinal muscular atrophy

Czech version

Authors: O. Parmová; R. Pazdera
Authors‘ workplace: Neuromuskulární centrum ERN, Neurologická klinika LF MU a FN Brno
Published in: Cesk Slov Neurol N 2026; 89(S1): 23-26
doi: https://doi.org/10.48095/cccsnn2026S23

Overview

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a multisystem neurodegenerative disorder requiring comprehensive multidisciplinary care. In recent years, the introduction of disease-modifying therapies has significantly changed the organization of care for adult SMA patients, including patient centralization to specialized neuromuscular centers and the development of coordinated multidisciplinary management. This article summarizes the main aspects of multidisciplinary care in adults with SMA. The role of the neurologist as the coordinator of long-term care and the importance of an individualized approach reflecting the heterogeneity of disease are emphasized.

Keywords:

spinal muscular atrophy – Adults – multidisciplinary care – respiratory care

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