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Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA): Genetic Basis, Clinical Features, and Advances in Treatment
1. Definition and Classification
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic neuromuscular disorder characterized by degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to progressive muscle weakness and atrophy. It is primarily caused by mutations in the SMN1 gene (Survival Motor Neuron 1), resulting in reduced levels of survival motor neuron (SMN) protein essential for motor neuron function.
SMA is classified into types based on age of onset and disease severity:
- Type 1 (Severe): Onset within the first 6 months; inability to sit unsupported.
- Type 2 (Intermediate): Onset between 6 and 18 months; ability to sit but not walk independently.
- Type 3 (Mild): Onset after 18 months; ability to walk but progressive weakness later.
- Type 4 (Adult-Onset): Mild weakness appearing in adulthood.
2. Genetic Basis and Pathophysiology
SMA is an autosomal recessive disorder.
- SMN1 Gene: Homozygous deletion or mutations in this gene are responsible for the majority of SMA cases.
- SMN2 Gene: A paralog of SMN1, it produces a truncated and less stable form of SMN protein due to alternative splicing. The number of SMN2 copies modifies disease severity; higher copy numbers are associated with milder phenotypes.
Motor neuron degeneration is caused by the depletion of SMN protein, leading to impaired RNA processing, axonal transport defects, and motor neuron death.
3. Clinical Features
SMA presents with a range of motor and systemic symptoms depending on the type:
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Motor Symptoms:
- Proximal muscle weakness, particularly in the legs.
- Hypotonia (floppy baby syndrome in Type 1).
- Delayed or regressed motor milestones.
- Fasciculations in the tongue and weak reflexes.
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Respiratory Complications:
- Weakness of intercostal muscles leading to respiratory insufficiency.
- Risk of aspiration pneumonia in severe cases.
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Skeletal Deformities:
- Scoliosis and joint contractures due to muscle weakness and immobility.
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Systemic Manifestations:
- Impaired swallowing and gastrointestinal motility.
- Preservation of cognitive and sensory functions.
4. Diagnosis
SMA diagnosis involves genetic and clinical assessments:
- Genetic Testing: Identification of SMN1 mutations or deletions confirms the diagnosis. SMN2 copy number analysis helps predict disease severity.
- Electromyography (EMG): Demonstrates denervation and reinnervation patterns.
- Muscle Biopsy: Rarely required but may show atrophic fibers.
Newborn screening programs are increasingly implemented to enable early diagnosis and intervention.
5. Advances in Treatment
Recent breakthroughs have transformed the management of SMA:
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Disease-Modifying Therapies:
- Nusinersen (Spinraza): An antisense oligonucleotide that enhances SMN2 splicing to increase functional SMN protein levels. Administered intrathecally, it has shown significant improvements in motor milestones.
- Onasemnogene Abeparvovec (Zolgensma): A gene therapy delivering a functional copy of the SMN1 gene via an adeno-associated virus vector. It is a one-time intravenous infusion targeting the underlying genetic defect.
- Risdiplam (Evrysdi): An oral SMN2 splicing modifier, facilitating convenient long-term management for SMA patients.
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Supportive Care:
- Nutritional support to prevent malnutrition and manage swallowing difficulties.
- Respiratory interventions, including non-invasive ventilation and airway clearance techniques.
- Physical therapy to prevent contractures and maintain mobility.
6. Advances in Research and Future Directions
Research continues to focus on improving therapies and understanding SMA pathophysiology:
- Combination Therapies: Combining gene therapy and splicing modifiers to maximize SMN protein production.
- Muscle-Targeted Therapies: Exploring myostatin inhibitors and other agents to directly enhance muscle strength.
- Biomarker Development: Identifying reliable markers for disease progression and therapeutic response.
- Expanded Newborn Screening: Ensuring earlier diagnosis and access to treatments globally.
7. Prognosis
With the advent of disease-modifying therapies, the prognosis of SMA has improved significantly. Early diagnosis and initiation of treatment are critical to optimizing outcomes, particularly in infants with Type 1 SMA. Lifelong multidisciplinary care remains essential to address motor, respiratory, and nutritional challenges.
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