Brainstem myoclonus in generalised tetanus

Mov Disord. 2003 Oct;18(10):1204-6. doi: 10.1002/mds.10512.

Abstract

Electrophysiological studies of stimulus sensitive myoclonus in a man with generalised tetanus revealed features characteristic of hyperekplexia or brainstem myoclonus.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Brain Stem*
  • Cranial Nerves / physiopathology
  • Electric Stimulation
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography
  • Electrophysiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscle, Skeletal / physiopathology
  • Muscle, Skeletal / radiation effects
  • Myoclonus / etiology*
  • Reaction Time / physiology
  • Tetanus / physiopathology*
  • Time Factors