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[Opsoclonus-polymyoclonia syndrome suppressed with reserpine]
No to Shinkei = Brain and Nerve
|April 1, 1986
Summary
This case study highlights a patient with severe opsoclonus and ataxia who experienced significant recovery with clonazepam and reserpine treatment. The patient returned to his occupation, demonstrating the efficacy of these medications in managing neurological symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Clinical Case Study
Background:
- Opsoclonus is an involuntary, rapid, and erratic eye movement.
- Ataxia is a neurological sign consisting of lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements.
- This case presents a patient with both opsoclonus and ataxia.