Congenital Myopathies

Overview

Congenital myopathies are muscle diseases present at birth (congenital) that result from genetic defects in your muscle development. Congenital myopathies may cause you to have muscle weakness and breathing and eating problems.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic doctors have experience evaluating and treating congenital myopathies, although these conditions are rare.
• Team approach. Mayo Clinic doctors trained in nervous system conditions (neurology), neuromuscular diseases, hereditary conditions (medical genetics), heart conditions (cardiology), lung and breathing conditions (pulmonology), musculoskeletal conditions (orthopedic surgery), physical therapy, eye conditions (ophthalmology) and other areas work together to provide the most appropriate treatment for you.
• Research. Mayo Clinic researchers have studied the genetics, causes, and evaluation and treatment of congenital myopathies.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., is ranked among the Best Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report. Mayo Clinic also ranks among the Best Children's Hospitals in neurology and neurosurgery.