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A Case of Myotonic Dystrophy with Percussion Myotonia

Journal: Pediatrics & Neonatal Biology Open Access (PNBOA) (Vol.3, No. 2)

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Keywords : Myotonic dystrophy; Myotonia; Percussion myotonia;

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Abstract

Myotonic dystrophy is an autosomal dominant condition with a prevalence of 1 in 8000. Here we introduce a unique case this condition presenting percussion myotonia; its diagnosis is usually made clinically and using ElectromyographyNerve Conduction Study. Phenytoin and mexiletine are the preferred agents for whom requiring an anti-myotonic drug.

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