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Pediatric Functional Neurologic Disorders

Angela Garcia1

  • 1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, 4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 1200, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|April 30, 2023
PubMed

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Functional neurologic disorders are increasingly recognized in children. This review details recent advancements in diagnosing and managing these conditions, covering clinical signs, underlying causes, and therapeutic strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Functional neurologic disorders (FNDS) represent a significant diagnostic challenge in pediatric healthcare.
  • Recent research has intensified the focus on understanding and improving the care of children with FNDS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated overview of functional neurologic disorders in pediatric patients.
  • To synthesize current knowledge on clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, pathophysiology, and treatment strategies for pediatric FNDS.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes recent literature on pediatric functional neurologic disorders.
  • Key areas explored include clinical manifestations, diagnostic criteria, neurobiological underpinnings, and therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Advances in neuroimaging offer new insights into the pathophysiology of pediatric FNDS.
  • Improved diagnostic criteria and management protocols are enhancing patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive understanding of updated clinical presentations and diagnostic tools is crucial for effective management of pediatric FNDS.
  • Continued research into pathophysiology and novel treatments promises further improvements in care for affected children.

Keywords:
ChildrenFunctional movement disorderFunctional neurologic disorderFunctional neurologic symptom disorderFunctional seizurePediatricRehabilitation

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