Myoclonus: classifications
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Myoclonus: classifications. Hiccups, Nocturnal myoclonus (hypnic jerks), Sleep transition myoclonus. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Physiological myoclonus: types
- Hiccups
- Nocturnal myoclonus (hypnic jerks)
- Sleep transition myoclonus
- Fear-associated myoclonus
Epileptic myoclonus: types
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Pathological myoclonus: types
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Classification by site of origin
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Classification by spread
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Classification by posture
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References
- Kojovic M, Cordivari C, Bhatia K. Myoclonic disorders: a practical approach for diagnosis and treatment. Ther Adv Neurol Disord 2011; 4:47-62.
- Faught E. Clinical presentations and phenomenology of myoclonus. Epilepsia 2003; 44(Suppl 11):7-12.
- Eberhardt O, Topka H. Myoclonic disorders. Brain Sci 2017; 7 pii: E103.
