Overview of paediatric neuromuscular disorders and related pulmonary issues: diagnostic and therapeutic considerations

Summary 

Pulmonary compromise is common in neuromuscular disease. Respiratory failure may be a presenting feature of neuromuscular disease and remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality. This article will review the current understanding of the more commonly encountered neuromuscular disorders in childhood and emphasize related pulmonary issues.

Keywords: neuromuscular, weakness, respiratory, pulmonary, paediatric