There are several types of CMD, each associated with different genetic mutations and clinical features. Some of the most common types include:
- Merosin-Deficient CMD (MDC1A): Caused by mutations in the LAMA2 gene. - Ullrich CMD: Linked to mutations in the COL6A1, COL6A2, or COL6A3 genes. - Fukuyama CMD: Associated with mutations in the FKTN gene. - Walker-Warburg Syndrome: A severe form caused by mutations in various genes, including POMT1 and POMT2.
Each type of CMD has unique clinical characteristics and varying degrees of severity.
