Summary Summary Short summary of a recent publication, written by scientific experts. Published: 08 Jan 2019

Direct assessment of diaphragm function in Duchenne muscular dystrophy using ultrasound

Takeaway

  • Diaphragmatic ultrasound can provide a non-invasive, supportive outcome measure in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

Why this matters

    Greater understanding of diaphragmatic ultrasound patterns in DMD could enable diaphragm function to be a useful outcome measure.