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Ep. 92: General approach to emergencies in dystonia
Ep. 92: General approach to emergencies in dystonia
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18 minutes
Released:
Apr 14, 2024
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Moderator: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey)Guest: Vladimira Vuletic (Rijeka, Croatia)In this episode Yildiz Degirmenci and Vladimira Vuletic cover the approach to dystonia emergencies. Dystonia, marked by muscle contractions and abnormal movements, can be triggered by medications like antipsychotics. Management includes stopping triggering drugs and using medications like diphenhydramine. Status dystonicus, a severe form, requires intensive care with oxygen or ventilation. Primary and secondary dystonias are prone to this condition, possibly needing medication adjustments or deep brain stimulation. They stress the significance of patient history for precise diagnosis and treatment.
Released:
Apr 14, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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