Spinal myoclonus following a peripheral nerve injury: a case report
2008
Spinal Myoclonus After Nerve Injury: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Savrun Feray Karaali, Uluduz Derya, Erkol Gokhan, Kiziltan Meral E
Primary Institution: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
Hypothesis
Can spinal myoclonus occur following a peripheral nerve injury without any structural lesion?
Conclusion
Spinal myoclonus can originate from a peripheral nerve lesion and may be mistaken for peripheral myoclonus.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced involuntary muscle spasms after a fall.
- Electromyographic evaluation showed neurogenic involvement.
- Various treatments were tried but none were effective.
Takeaway
Sometimes, when you hurt a nerve, it can make your muscles twitch in a strange way, even if the nerve looks fine on tests.
Methodology
The case was evaluated through clinical examination, electrophysiological studies, and imaging.
Limitations
The treatment was not effective, and the case is based on a single patient.
Participant Demographics
A 33-year-old female.
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