Electrodiagnosis: Challenging Cases for the Expert Electromyographer-Electrodiagnosis: Challenging Cases for the Expert Electromyographer

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Video Summary

This video features three cases of neuromuscular disorders and electrodiagnosis. The first case involves the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on electrodiagnostic testing. The discussion highlights the challenges and guidelines faced by healthcare professionals during this time. The second case discusses a patient with chronic lumbar pain and lower extremity weakness. The patient's symptoms, examination findings, and diagnostic tests suggest a diagnosis of diabetic amyotrophy. The presentation emphasizes the importance of accurately diagnosing and managing complex neuromuscular conditions. The third case focuses on Parsonage-Turner syndrome, also known as neurologic amyotrophy. The patient presents with shoulder pain and weakness, and the discussion highlights the diagnostic challenges and key findings related to this syndrome. The presentation also highlights the need for thorough evaluation and specialized electrodiagnostic testing for accurate diagnosis. Overall, the video provides insights into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare delivery, highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis and management in neuromuscular disorders, and explores a specific case of Parsonage-Turner syndrome.

Keywords

neuromuscular disorders

electrodiagnosis

COVID-19 pandemic

electrodiagnostic testing

healthcare professionals

chronic lumbar pain

lower extremity weakness

diabetic amyotrophy

Parsonage-Turner syndrome

neurologic amyotrophy