Intrathecal immune activation in a case of progressive action myoclonus

Funct Neurol. 1988 Jan-Mar;3(1):105-13.

Abstract

The case of a patient affected by progressive multifocal myoclonus associated with inflammatory reaction in the cerebrospinal fluid is reported. A multiple sclerosis diagnosis is suggested, even if typical disease course and features are lacking.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin G / cerebrospinal fluid*
  • Male
  • Myoclonus / cerebrospinal fluid*
  • Myoclonus / etiology
  • Myoclonus / immunology
  • Myoclonus / physiopathology

Substances

  • Immunoglobulin G