About The Medical Condition Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal

ClusterMed

Find the definition of the medical term Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal. Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal defined and explained for easy understanding at the Medical Conditions from ClusterMed.info.

Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal

Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Myoclonus Syndrome, Nocturnal?

Excessive periodic leg movements during sleep that cause micro-arousals and interfere with the maintenance of sleep. This condition induces a state of relative sleep deprivation which manifests as excessive daytime hypersomnolence. The movements are characterized by repetitive contractions of the tibialis anterior muscle, extension of the toe, and intermittent flexion of the hip, knee and ankle. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p387)

More Medical Conditions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Medical Conditions Definitions Of The Day