
Jake

History:
Age: 9 years old1
Treatment duration: 5 years, 11 months (following 2 years of supportive care)
Current SMA treatment: nusinersen—previously discussed transition to risdiplam, but his family decided to continue with nusinersen as it better aligns with their daily routine and lifestyle1
Milestones1:
Sit without support: YES
Stand without assistance: YES
Walk without assistance: NO
Current status:
Jake is currently able to stand and walk down the hallways at school, but his parents are worried about the potential for those abilities to decline over the remainder of his childhood years.
Considerations:
Jake’s parents want to help him maintain the motor function and mobility for which he’s fought so hard. They're eager to explore every option, especially one that can stop progression and offers a one-time dosing schedule that does not disrupt his academic and social schedule.
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