Katzberg HD, Abraham A. Electrodiagnostic Assessment of Neuromuscular Junction Disorders.
Neurol Clin 2021;
39:1051-1070. [PMID:
34602214 DOI:
10.1016/j.ncl.2021.06.013]
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Abstract
Please verify edits, "These techniques", or specify. This article reviews advanced electrodiagnostic techniques used to assess for neuromuscular junction disorders, including repetitive nerve stimulation, conventional or concentric-needle single-fiber electromyography (SFEMG), and stimulated SFEMG. These techniques have high sensitivity but limited specificity. Novel methods currently under investigation are discussed, including vestibular ocular myogenic potential and oculography analysis.
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