McArdle Syndrome (Glycogen Storage Disease Type V)
Alternate Names : Glycogen Storage Disease Type V, Muscle Phosphorylase Deficiency
Definition
McArdle syndrome is a metabolic disease characterized by an inability to break down glycogen, an important source of energy that is stored in muscle tissue. Without glycogen, muscle strength and effectiveness are diminished.
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