Overweight Is an Independent Risk Factor for Reduced Lung Volumes in Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1

Charlotte G W Seijger, Gea Drost, Joram M Posma, Baziel G M van Engelen and Yvonne F Heijdra

PLOS ONE, 2016, vol. 11, issue 3, 1-11

Abstract: Background: In this large observational study population of 105 myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) patients, we investigate whether bodyweight is a contributor of total lung capacity (TLC) independent of the impaired inspiratory muscle strength. Methods: Body composition was assessed using the combination of body mass index (BMI) and fat-free mass index. Pulmonary function tests and respiratory muscle strength measurements were performed on the same day. Patients were stratified into normal (BMI

Date: 2016
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