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Epidemiology and Demographics

AMC is relatively rare occurring in 1 out of every 3,000 live births. Amyoplasia, characterized by fatty and fibrous tissue replacement of the limb muscles, is the most common form (43%).[1] The majority of affected individuals survive but a minority die, usually due to respiratory muscle involvement.

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  1. 16. Hall JG. Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita: Etiology, Genetics, Classification, Diagnostic Approach, and General Aspects. Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics. 1997;6:159-166.

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