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Neuropediatrics 1984; 15(4): 215-217
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1052370
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Paroxysmal Kinesigenic Choreoathetosis

M.  Boel , P.  Casaer
  • Department of Paediatrics, Section of Paediatric Neurology, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Herestraat 49, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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19 March 2008 (online)

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Abstract

A twelve and a half-year-old boy is reported who presented with paroxysmal kinesigenic choreoathetosis. Family history lead to the diagnosis. The differential diagnosis to paroxysmal dystonic choreoathetosis of Mount and Reback (1940) is discussed, and treatment is commented upon.

Key words

Paroxysmal disorder - Choreoathetosis - Movement disorder