Overview of restless legs syndrome

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作者
Amar, K [1 ]
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[1] Royal Bournemouth Hosp, Bournemouth BH7 7DW, Dorset, England
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HOSPITAL MEDICINE | 2001年 / 62卷 / 08期
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10.12968/hosp.2001.62.8.1625
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R5 [内科学];
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1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Restless legs syndrome is a common movement and sleep disorder, which can significantly reduce quality of life. Restless legs syndrome is probably related to dopamine imbalance and may have a primary or secondary aetiology. It is greatly underdiagnosed, yet potentially treatable.
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