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Photic-induced epileptic negative myoclonus: a case report
A Gambardella1, U Aguglia, R L Oliveri
1Institute of Neurology, School of Medicine, Catanzaro, Italy.
Epilepsia
|May 1, 1996
Summary
This study documents the first case of epileptic negative myoclonus triggered by light (photic). The findings suggest this rare seizure type should be recognized as part of light-induced epilepsy.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Epilepsy Research
- Clinical Case Studies
Background:
- Photic-induced epilepsy is a known condition.
- Generalized tonic-clonic seizures (GTCS) can be triggered by visual stimuli.
- Negative myoclonus, characterized by loss of muscle tone, is a less common seizure manifestation.