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About SMA
About SMA
Spinal Muscular Atrophy – A Brief Summary
The impact of SMA, what causes the condition, the numbers of people affected and possible treatments.
What is 5q Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
Overview of this most common form of SMA, its causes, diagnosis, treatment and care.
Symptoms & Effects of 5q Spinal Muscular Atrophy
How and why these vary and have been broadly called– Types 1, 2, 3 and 4.
The Genetics of 5q SMA
How 5q SMA is inherited, how this affects children and other relatives and what support is available.
Family Planning For Couples Affected By 5q SMA
The different options available for those affected by SMA.
Drug Treatments for SMA
Read all the latest information about access to drug treatments in the UK.
SMA Care UK and the Standards of Care
The 3-year SMA Care UK Project has started its review of the 2017 International Standards of Care for SMA.
YouTube Channel
Videos and webinars about treatment updates, care and lifestyle management and conversations with healthcare professionals
