What respiratory dysfunction is commonly seen in myotonic dystrophy?
a. Sleep-related disorders
b. Pulmonary fibrosis
c. Obstructive pulmonary disease
d. Pulmonary edema
ANS: A
Sleep-related disorders are particularly common, even at an early age.
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