Anti-GAD Antibody-associated Syndrome Presenting with Limb Myoclonus.
Tremor Other Hyperkinet Mov (N Y)
; 8: 590, 2018.
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Background: The clinical spectrum of anti-glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) antibody-associated neurologic syndromes is expanding, with focal, generalized, and atypical forms. Case Report: We describe a 59-year-old female showing continuous right lower limb myoclonus and mild encephalopathy. These symptoms started 2 weeks prior to evaluation. The patient had great improvement with intravenous steroids. An autoantibody panel was positive for anti-GAD. Discussion: Various clinical manifestations, including myoclonus, may relate to anti-GAD antibodies. The treatment options available include symptomatic drugs, intravenous immunoglobulin, steroids, and other immunosuppressant agents.
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Autoanticorpos
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Glutamato Descarboxilase
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Mioclonia
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Risk_factors_studies
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Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
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En
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Tremor Other Hyperkinet Mov (N Y)
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2018
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Article