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Post-hypoxic action (intention) myoclonus: a clinico-electroencephalographic study.

O W Witte1, E Niedermeyer, G Arendt

  • 1Neurologische Klinik, Medizinische Einrichtungen der Universität, Düsseldorf, Federal Republic Germany.

Journal of Neurology
|March 1, 1988
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Summary

This study investigated post-hypoxic action myoclonus, finding that electroencephalography (EEG) spikes indicate cortical activation but are not directly linked to the motor pathway origin in this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Clinical Electrophysiology

Background:

  • Post-hypoxic action myoclonus, a form of reticular reflex myoclonus, presents with involuntary muscle jerks.
  • Understanding the neurophysiological underpinnings of this condition is crucial for effective diagnosis and treatment.

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