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Essential tremor.

Elan D Louis1

  • 1Department of Neurology, College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, 710 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032, USA. EDL2@columbia.edu

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|September 27, 2006
PubMed
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Essential tremor (ET) is a common neurologic disorder. Current understanding views ET as a complex group of diseases, moving beyond the traditional concept of a simple, familial condition.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Essential tremor (ET) is a prevalent neurological disorder.
  • The traditional view of ET as a benign, familial condition is evolving.
  • Emerging evidence suggests ET may encompass a spectrum of heterogeneous disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the primary clinical characteristics of essential tremor.
  • To outline diagnostic strategies for essential tremor.
  • To review current treatment approaches for essential tremor.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of essential tremor.
  • Clinical feature analysis.
  • Diagnostic and treatment guideline summary.

Main Results:

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  • Essential tremor presents with diverse clinical manifestations.
  • Diagnostic criteria for ET are based on clinical presentation and exclusion of other causes.
  • Treatment options for ET range from medications to surgical interventions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Essential tremor is a complex neurological disorder with significant heterogeneity.
    • Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for managing ET.
    • Further research is needed to fully understand the diverse etiologies and pathologies of ET.