Poser criteria
Poser criteria
Poser criteria (pronunciation: /ˈpoʊzər ˈkraɪtɪriə/) is a set of diagnostic criteria used in the field of neurology, specifically for the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The criteria were developed by Dr. Charles M. Poser and his colleagues in 1983.
Etymology
The term "Poser criteria" is named after Dr. Charles M. Poser, a neurologist who contributed significantly to the understanding and diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. The word "criteria" is derived from the Greek word "kriterion" which means "a standard for judging something."
Definition
Poser criteria are a set of clinical and laboratory findings that a physician uses to diagnose Multiple Sclerosis. The criteria include evidence of damage in at least two separate areas of the central nervous system (CNS), which must have occurred at different points in time, and no other explanation for the symptoms can be found.
Related Terms
- Multiple Sclerosis: A chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord.
- Central Nervous System (CNS): The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature and cause of a certain phenomenon.
See Also
- McDonald criteria: Another set of diagnostic criteria for Multiple Sclerosis, which is currently more widely used than the Poser criteria.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Poser criteria
- Wikipedia's article - Poser criteria
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