COMPLICATIONS
Possible Complications• Death
• Cardiomyopathy ( abnormal heart muscle)
• Congestive heart failure (rare)
• Deformities (of chest and back)
• Muscle weakness
• Muscle tissues in the calf are replaced by fat and connective tissues, which results in enlargement of muscles
• Mental impairment (varies, usually minimal)
• Chest infections
• Heart arrhythmias (rare)
• Progressive, permanent disability
o Decreased mobility and ability to care for self
• Wheelchair requirement
• Pneumonia or other respiratory infections
• Respiratory failure and insufficiency
posted by Kiwi @ 12:53 AM
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