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Neuromuscular Junction Diseases

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Definition: Conditions characterized by impaired transmission of impulses at the NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION. This may result from disorders that affect receptor function, pre- or postsynaptic membrane function, or ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE activity. The majority of diseases in this category are associated with autoimmune, toxic, or inherited conditions.     
See Also Channelopathies
Examples Botulism; Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome; Myasthenia Gravis; Myasthenic Syndromes, Congenital 		Other names Neuromuscular Transmission Disorder; Neuromuscular Junction Disorder; Neuromuscular Junction Disease; Toxic Disorders, Neuromuscular Junction; Neuromuscular Transmission Disorders; Neuromuscular Junction Toxic Disorders; Neuromuscular Junction Disorders

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