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			\| name = Myoclonus
			\| image = [[File:Myoclonus-following-a-Peripheral-Nerve-Block-213472.f1.ogv]]
			\| caption = Video of myoclonus following a peripheral nerve block
			\| field = [[Neurology]]
			\| symptoms = Sudden, involuntary muscle jerks
			\| causes = [[Epilepsy]], [[head injury]], [[stroke]], [[brain tumor]], [[metabolic disorders]], [[medications]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Electromyography]] (EMG), [[Electroencephalography]] (EEG)
			\| treatment = [[Medications]] such as [[clonazepam]], [[valproic acid]], [[levetiracetam]]
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	[[Myoclonus]] is a type of involuntary muscle movement that typically manifests as sudden jerking or twitching. The involuntary jerks or contractions can occur in different parts of the body and may be caused by a wide range of underlying health conditions, from benign to severe neurological disorders.		[[Myoclonus]] is a type of involuntary muscle movement that typically manifests as sudden jerking or twitching. The involuntary jerks or contractions can occur in different parts of the body and may be caused by a wide range of underlying health conditions, from benign to severe neurological disorders.

	== Classification and Types ==		== Classification and Types ==

	Myoclonus can be classified according to its underlying cause, distribution, pattern, and origin within the central nervous system. There are several major types of myoclonus, including physiological myoclonus, essential myoclonus, epileptic myoclonus, and symptomatic (secondary) myoclonus. In terms of origin, myoclonus can be classified as cortical, subcortical, spinal, or peripheral.		Myoclonus can be classified according to its underlying cause, distribution, pattern, and origin within the central nervous system. There are several major types of myoclonus, including physiological myoclonus, essential myoclonus, epileptic myoclonus, and symptomatic (secondary) myoclonus. In terms of origin, myoclonus can be classified as cortical, subcortical, spinal, or peripheral.

	== Etiology and Pathophysiology ==		== Etiology and Pathophysiology ==

	The causes of myoclonus are varied and may include genetic disorders, brain damage, [[encephalitis]], [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Alzheimer's disease]], or [[Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease]]. Metabolic conditions such as kidney or liver failure can also induce myoclonus. Certain drugs, including levodopa, antidepressants, and opioids, are known to induce myoclonus as a side effect.		The causes of myoclonus are varied and may include genetic disorders, brain damage, [[encephalitis]], [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Alzheimer's disease]], or [[Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease]]. Metabolic conditions such as kidney or liver failure can also induce myoclonus. Certain drugs, including levodopa, antidepressants, and opioids, are known to induce myoclonus as a side effect.

	== Clinical Presentation ==		== Clinical Presentation ==

	The hallmark of myoclonus is the abrupt, rapid, and brief contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. Depending on the type and cause, these jerks may be isolated or occur in a series, may affect a specific area or the whole body, and may occur spontaneously or be triggered by external stimuli.		The hallmark of myoclonus is the abrupt, rapid, and brief contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. Depending on the type and cause, these jerks may be isolated or occur in a series, may affect a specific area or the whole body, and may occur spontaneously or be triggered by external stimuli.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosing myoclonus involves a careful clinical evaluation, which may include neurological examination, electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), or imaging studies such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to identify any underlying cause. Detailed patient history and familial history can also be significant in establishing the diagnosis.		Diagnosing myoclonus involves a careful clinical evaluation, which may include neurological examination, electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), or imaging studies such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to identify any underlying cause. Detailed patient history and familial history can also be significant in establishing the diagnosis.

	== Treatment and Management ==		== Treatment and Management ==

	The treatment approach for myoclonus typically involves addressing the underlying cause if it's identifiable and symptomatic treatment to manage the myoclonic jerks. Medications such as clonazepam, sodium valproate, levetiracetam, and primidone are often used. In severe cases, where symptoms are debilitating and refractory to medical treatment, surgical interventions such as deep brain stimulation might be considered.		The treatment approach for myoclonus typically involves addressing the underlying cause if it's identifiable and symptomatic treatment to manage the myoclonic jerks. Medications such as clonazepam, sodium valproate, levetiracetam, and primidone are often used. In severe cases, where symptoms are debilitating and refractory to medical treatment, surgical interventions such as deep brain stimulation might be considered.

	== Prognosis ==		== Prognosis ==

	The prognosis of myoclonus depends largely on the underlying cause. While some forms of myoclonus may be relatively benign and not impact life expectancy, others, associated with severe neurological disorders, may significantly affect a patient's quality of life and longevity.		The prognosis of myoclonus depends largely on the underlying cause. While some forms of myoclonus may be relatively benign and not impact life expectancy, others, associated with severe neurological disorders, may significantly affect a patient's quality of life and longevity.
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	The prognosis of myoclonus depends largely on the underlying cause. While some forms of myoclonus may be relatively benign and not impact life expectancy, others, associated with severe neurological disorders, may significantly affect a patient's quality of life and longevity.		The prognosis of myoclonus depends largely on the underlying cause. While some forms of myoclonus may be relatively benign and not impact life expectancy, others, associated with severe neurological disorders, may significantly affect a patient's quality of life and longevity.

	~~== References ==~~

	* [1] Caviness, J.N. (2009). Treatment of Myoclonus. Neurotherapeutics, 6(2), 253–263.
	* [2] Zutt, R., van Egmond, M.E., Elting, J.W., van Laar, P.J., Brouwer, O.F., Sival, D.A., Kremer, H.P., de Koning, T.J., Tijssen, M.A. (2015). A novel diagnostic approach to patients with myoclonus. Nature Reviews Neurology, 11(12), 687–697.

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	[[Category:Seizure types]]		[[Category:Seizure types]]
	~~== Myoclonus ==~~		[[Category:Extrapyramidal and movement disorders]]
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	~~File~~:~~Myoclonus-following-a-Peripheral-Nerve-Block-213472.f1.ogv\|Myoclonus following a Peripheral Nerve Block~~		[[Category:Antonie van Leeuwenhoek]]
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	~~== Myoclonus ==~~
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	== Myoclonus ==		== Myoclonus ==
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[[Myoclonus]] is a type of involuntary muscle movement that typically manifests as sudden jerking or twitching. The involuntary jerks or contractions can occur in different parts of the body and may be caused by a wide range of underlying health conditions, from benign to severe neurological disorders.

== Classification and Types ==

Myoclonus can be classified according to its underlying cause, distribution, pattern, and origin within the central nervous system. There are several major types of myoclonus, including physiological myoclonus, essential myoclonus, epileptic myoclonus, and symptomatic (secondary) myoclonus. In terms of origin, myoclonus can be classified as cortical, subcortical, spinal, or peripheral.

== Etiology and Pathophysiology ==

The causes of myoclonus are varied and may include genetic disorders, brain damage, [[encephalitis]], [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Alzheimer's disease]], or [[Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease]]. Metabolic conditions such as kidney or liver failure can also induce myoclonus. Certain drugs, including levodopa, antidepressants, and opioids, are known to induce myoclonus as a side effect.

== Clinical Presentation ==

The hallmark of myoclonus is the abrupt, rapid, and brief contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. Depending on the type and cause, these jerks may be isolated or occur in a series, may affect a specific area or the whole body, and may occur spontaneously or be triggered by external stimuli.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosing myoclonus involves a careful clinical evaluation, which may include neurological examination, electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), or imaging studies such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to identify any underlying cause. Detailed patient history and familial history can also be significant in establishing the diagnosis.

== Treatment and Management ==

The treatment approach for myoclonus typically involves addressing the underlying cause if it's identifiable and symptomatic treatment to manage the myoclonic jerks. Medications such as clonazepam, sodium valproate, levetiracetam, and primidone are often used. In severe cases, where symptoms are debilitating and refractory to medical treatment, surgical interventions such as deep brain stimulation might be considered.

== Prognosis ==

The prognosis of myoclonus depends largely on the underlying cause. While some forms of myoclonus may be relatively benign and not impact life expectancy, others, associated with severe neurological disorders, may significantly affect a patient's quality of life and longevity.

== References ==

* [1] Caviness, J.N. (2009). Treatment of Myoclonus. Neurotherapeutics, 6(2), 253–263.
* [2] Zutt, R., van Egmond, M.E., Elting, J.W., van Laar, P.J., Brouwer, O.F., Sival, D.A., Kremer, H.P., de Koning, T.J., Tijssen, M.A. (2015). A novel diagnostic approach to patients with myoclonus. Nature Reviews Neurology, 11(12), 687–697.

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[[Category:Extrapyramidal and movement disorders]]
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