Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Multifocal Acquired Demyelinating Sensory and Motor Neuropathy, and Other Chronic Acquired Demyelinating Polyneuropathy Variants - 04/05/13
, Richard J. Barohn, MD a, Jonathan Katz, MD bRésumé |
Chronic acquired demyelinating neuropathies (CADP) constitute an important group of immune neuromuscular disorders affecting myelin. This article discusses CADP with emphasis on multifocal motor neuropathy, multifocal acquired demyelinating sensory and motor neuropathy, distal acquired demyelinating symmetric neuropathy, and less common variants. Although each of these entities has distinctive laboratory and electrodiagnostic features that aid in their diagnosis, clinical characteristics are of paramount importance in diagnosing specific conditions and determining the most appropriate therapies. Knowledge regarding pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of these disorders continues to expand, resulting in improved opportunities for identification and treatment.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Multifocal motor neuropathy, Multifocal acquired demyelinating sensory and motor neuropathy, Distal acquired demyelinating symmetric, CANOMAD, Chronic inflammatory sensory polyradiculoneuropathy, Diagnosis, Nerve conduction testing, Treatment
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Vol 31 - N° 2
P. 533-555 - mai 2013 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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