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[Parasomnias]

C Bassetti1, C W Hess

  • 1Neurologische Universitätsklinik, Inselspital, Bern.

Therapeutische Umschau. Revue Therapeutique
|October 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Parasomnias, common sleep disorders, range from benign to clinically significant. Some parasomnias require medical investigation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Sleep Medicine

Context:

  • Parasomnias are common sleep disorders.
  • They often stem from exaggerated physiological processes or are benign conditions requiring sleep hygiene advice.
  • However, some parasomnias have significant clinical implications.

Purpose:

  • To discuss the varied nature and clinical relevance of parasomnias.
  • To highlight the potential consequences of parasomnias, including sleep disturbances, psychosocial stress, and injuries.
  • To emphasize the role of specialized investigations like video-polysomnography in diagnosing and treating complex cases.

Summary:

  • Parasomnias encompass a spectrum of sleep disorders, from common, benign occurrences like sleep talking to more complex conditions.
  • While many parasomnias are manageable with improved sleep hygiene, others can lead to insomnia, hypersomnia, psychosocial distress, and physical harm.

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  • Certain parasomnias may indicate underlying neurological or medical conditions, necessitating diagnostic tools such as video-polysomnography for proper management.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive overview of parasomnias for healthcare professionals and researchers.
    • Underscores the importance of recognizing and evaluating parasomnias beyond their benign presentations.
    • Highlights the diagnostic utility of video-polysomnography in managing parasomnias with clinical significance.