Arq Neuropsiquiatr 1998;56(3-A):457-464 LAMBERT-EATON MYASTHENIC SYNDROME REPORT OF TWO CASES

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August 2015

Abstract

ABSTRACT- Two cases of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome, in female patients whose neoplasm investigation was negative, are reported. Repetitive stimulation of ulnar nerve showed an incremental response (+187 % and +198%). Needle EMG was normal in one of them, however, the other patient showed fibrillation potentials, positive sharp waves, potentials of low amplitude and short duration. The authors discuss the clinical, electrophysiological, and pathological features of the disease, as well as some aspects of the treatment and follow-up of these patients. KEY WORDS: Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome, neurophysiological study, muscular biopsy, treatment. Síndrome miastênica de Lambert-Eaton: relato de dois casos RESUMO- São descritos dois c...

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