Paralyses, Familial Periodic

Overview

A heterogenous group of inherited disorders characterized by recurring attacks of rapidly progressive flaccid paralysis or myotonia. These conditions have in common a mutation of the gene encoding the alpha subunit of the sodium channel in skeletal muscle. They are frequently associated with fluctuations in serum potassium levels. Periodic paralysis may also occur as a non-familial process secondary to THYROTOXICOSIS and other conditions. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1481)

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Quick facts about Paralyses, Familial Periodic

Topic type

Condition

Category

Orthopaedics

MeSH classification

C05.651.701|C10.668.491.650|C16.320.565.618.711|C18.452.648.618.711

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