Clinical trial readiness study of distal myopathy and dysphagia in nephropathic cystinosis
- 1 August 2020
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Muscle & Nerve
- Vol. 62 (6), 681-687
- https://doi.org/10.1002/mus.27039
Abstract
Introduction Nephropathic cystinosis is a lysosomal storage disorder with late‐onset systemic complications, such as myopathy and dysphagia. Currently employed outcome measures lack sensitivity and responsiveness for dysphagia and myopathy, a limitation to clinical trial readiness. Methods We evaluated 20 patients with nephropathic cystinosis in two visits over the course of a year to identify outcomes sensitive to detect changes over time. Patients also underwent an expiratory muscle strength training program to assess any effects on aspiration and dysphagia. Results There were significant differences in the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) and Timed 25‐Foot Walk (25‐FW) between baseline and one‐year follow‐up (p < 0.05). Maximum Expiratory Pressure (MEP) and Peak Cough Flow (PCF) significantly improved following respiratory training (p < 0.05). Discussion Improved respiratory outcomes may enhance patients’ ability to expel aspirated material from the airway, stave off pulmonary sequelae associated with chronic aspiration, and yield an overall improvement in physical health and well‐being.Funding Information
- Cystinosis Research Foundation
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