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Nocturnal Paroxysmal Dystonia  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A parasomnia characterized by paroxysmal episodes of choreoathetotic, ballistic, dystonic movements, and semipurposeful activity. The episodes occur during non-rapid eye movement sleep and typically recur several times per night. (Neurology 1992 Jul;42(7 Suppl 6):61-67; Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p391)

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Dystonia, Nocturnal, Paroxysmal
  • Hypnogenic Paroxysmal Dystonia
  • Sleep-Related Dystonia

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-B25FS5HN-J

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