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[The cramp-fasciculation-syndrome (CFS)]
1Institut für neurorehabilitative Forschung (InFo), Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, BDH-Klinik Hess. Oldendorf gGmbH.
Fortschritte Der Neurologie-Psychiatrie
|July 28, 2020
Summary
Cramp-fasciculation syndrome is a benign peripheral nervous system hyperexcitability disorder. This review details its clinical features, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment, including a case report.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Peripheral Nervous System Disorders
Background:
- Cramp-fasciculation syndrome (CFS) is a benign condition.
- It is characterized by hyperexcitability of the peripheral nervous system.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of cramp-fasciculation syndrome.
- To cover clinical features, pathophysiology, differential diagnosis, and therapy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on cramp-fasciculation syndrome.
- Inclusion of a case report for illustration.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of clinical manifestations of CFS.
- Explanation of the underlying pathophysiology of peripheral nerve hyperexcitability.
- Discussion of diagnostic criteria and therapeutic options.
Conclusions:
- Cramp-fasciculation syndrome is a distinct clinical entity.
- Understanding its features aids in accurate diagnosis and management.
- Further research may elucidate more on its pathophysiology.
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