Abnormal Eye and Cranial Movements Triggered by Examination in People with Functional Neurological Disorder.
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SUBMITTER: Teodoro T
PROVIDER: S-EPMC6736127 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug
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Abnormal Eye and Cranial Movements Triggered by Examination in People with Functional Neurological Disorder.
Teodoro Tiago T Cunha Joana M JM Abreu Luis F LF Yogarajah Mahinda M Edwards Mark J MJ
Neuro-ophthalmology (Aeolus Press) 20181105 4
The diagnosis of functional neurological disorder (FND) relies on the demonstration of positive symptoms and signs, as supported by recent changes in DSM5. We recorded the findings of routine clinical eye movement assessment in 101 consecutive new patients with FND. Clinical examination triggered facial and eye movement disorders in 46% of patients, all with positive characteristics of functional movement disorder. These are useful as supporting features in making a positive diagnosis of FND. ...[more]
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