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Monomelic muscle hypertrophy following transient ischemic attacks: a case report
Muscle & Nerve
|May 1, 1978
Summary
A man experienced transient neurological symptoms and later developed abnormal muscle growth in his right arm. This physiological muscle hypertrophy was linked to an unusual resistance mechanism during muscle activity.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Physiology
- Muscle Biology
Background:
- Transient neurological deficits can have varied etiologies.
- Understanding the physiological basis of muscle hypertrophy is crucial for diagnosing neuromuscular disorders.
Observation:
- A 39-year-old male presented with recurrent transient right-sided weakness, sensory loss, and Broca's aphasia.
- Following recovery, progressive stiffness and muscle bulk (hypertrophy) developed in the affected right arm, limiting function.
Findings:
- Diagnostic workup for initial neurological events was inconclusive.
- Electromyography revealed an abnormal physiological mechanism causing resistance during muscle activity, leading to muscle hypertrophy.
Implications:
- This case highlights a potential link between transient neurological events and subsequent physiological muscle hypertrophy.
- The findings suggest novel mechanisms of muscle adaptation and growth in response to neurological dysfunction.
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