Electrodiagnostic studies in the management and prognosis of neuromuscular disorders

被引:22
作者
Gilchrist, JM
Sachs, GM
机构
[1] Brown Univ, Sch Med, Rhode Isl Hosp, Dept Neurol, Providence, RI 02903 USA
[2] Brown Univ, Sch Med, Dept Clin Neurosci, Providence, RI 02903 USA
关键词
electrodiagnosis; management; natural history; neuromuscular disease; prognosis;
D O I
10.1002/mus.10489
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R74 [神经病学与精神病学];
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摘要
Prognosis remains a neglected aspect of modern medical care and research, behind diagnosis and treatment. The very term "electrodiagnosis" implies as much. Despite this, much has been published regarding the use and benefit of electrodiagnostic techniques in assessing prognosis and assisting in management of patients after the diagnosis has been established. This information is often hidden or otherwise not emphasized. This review summarizes the literature regarding the use of such techniques for prognosis and management of disorders of lower motor neurons, peripheral nerves, neuromuscular transmission, and muscle.
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页码:165 / 190
页数:26
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