Endocrine Disorders Table 21.1 summarizes the neuromuscular manifestation of these disorders. Table 21.1 Neuromuscular Manifestation of Endocrine Disorders Modified with permission from Bertorini T. E. (2008). Neuromuscular case studies . Philadelphia: Butterworth-Heinemann. Diabetes Symptoms Laboratory Test Results EMG Biopsy Treatment…
Introduction Patients with neuromuscular disorders (NMDs) are at increased risk for complications during or immediately after surgery; they share a common risk of respiratory failure, atelectasis, and pneumonia and may have longer hospital stays and increased risks of morbidity, as…
Among the variety of diseases seen by neuromuscular specialists, immune-mediated disorders generate tremendous interest. These disorders are relatively common and often respond favorably to treatment. The field has become more exciting but has also become more complicated due to the…
This book is dedicated to the treatment of neuromuscular disorders (NMDs), which include those that affect the anterior horn cells, nerve roots, plexi, peripheral nerves, neuromuscular junction, and muscles ( Fig. 1.1 ) ( ); some also affect other areas…