J Korean Neurol Assoc.
1990 Jun;8(1):166-170.
A Case of Idiopathic Torsion Dystonal
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- 1Department of Neurology, Wonju College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Korea.
- 2Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Korea.
Abstract
- Idiopathic torsion dystonia is a syndrome of sustained muscle contraction, frequently causing twisting and repetitive movement, or abnormal posture, which is both hereditary or sporadic. It is also classified by age of onset(childhood, adult, juveni1e) and distribution(generalized, focal, multifocal, segmental or hemidystonic). Its anatomical and biochemical pathophysiology are not exactly known yet, but high dosage anticholinergics are known to reduce the dystonic movement and posture in majority. We present a case of idiopathic torsion dystonia who has a family history of same syndrome, with review of literature.
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