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How old is the oldest person with SMA? A look at longevity

As of a 2022 article, Steve Mikita was noted as one of the oldest people living with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), having defied a bleak prognosis to live to age 66, and passing away in 2023 at 67. The answer to "How old is the oldest person with SMA?" is complex, as it varies significantly by SMA type and has been greatly influenced by advances in medical care and emerging treatments.