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Table 10.

Recommended Surveillance of RRM2B-MDMD, Encephalomyopathic Form

System/ConcernEvaluationSuggested Frequency of Outpatient Surveillance After Initial Assessment (per treating clinician)
Neurologic status incl possible seizures / subclinical status epilepticus By pediatric neurologist; to incl EEG & video EEG monitoring
  • Quarterly
  • W/o seizure correlates, routine EEG is not indicated.
Assess for new manifestations (e.g., seizures, changes in tone, movement disorders).

Quarterly

Musculoskeletal Physical medicine, OT/PT assessment of mobility, need for adaptive devises
Development Monitor developmental progress & educational needs.
Gastrointestinal
  • Assessment of feeding
  • Monitor stool frequency.
  • Dietary assessment to maintain adequate nutrition & growth
Growth Assessment of nutritional status, height, weight, & BMIQuarterly, then biannually if growth trajectory is satisfactory
Renal function Eval by pediatric nephrologistQuarterly if blood tests of renal function are abnormal
Respiratory Monitor for evidence of aspiration, respiratory insufficiency.Quarterly
Family/Community Assess family need for social work support (e.g., palliative/respite care, home nursing, other local resources) & care coordination.At each visit to hospital

BMI = body mass index; OT = occupational therapy; PT = physical therapy

From: RRM2B Mitochondrial DNA Maintenance Defects

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