Abstract |
The periodic paralyses are a group of muscle diseases with abnormalities of channels. These abnormalities result in paralysis or weakness with or without poor relaxation of muscle. Hypokalemic periodic paralyses, potassium-sensitive periodic paralyses, and paramyotonia congenita are reviewed. The clinical findings, pathophysiologic abnormalities, diagnostic evaluations, and possible treatments are included in this article.
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Authors | L Gutmann |
Journal | Neurologic clinics
(Neurol Clin)
Vol. 18
Issue 1
Pg. 195-202
(Feb 2000)
ISSN: 0733-8619 [Print] United States |
PMID | 10658175
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Biopsy
- Diagnosis, Differential
- Exercise Test
- Humans
- Ion Channels
(genetics)
- Muscle, Skeletal
(pathology)
- Paralyses, Familial Periodic
(diagnosis, genetics, pathology)
- Prognosis
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