Electrodiagnosis of Weakness: An Interactive, Case-based Approach-Electrodiagnosis of Weakness: An Interactive, Case-Based Approach

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In this video, the speakers discuss a case of weakness in a patient. They highlight the importance of differentiating between pure motor and sensory motor processes. They also mention that weakness without sensory involvement is less common. The differential diagnosis for weakness includes motor neuron diseases, peripheral nerve diseases, neuromuscular junction disorders, and muscle disorders. The speakers emphasize the need to consider the sensory findings in addition to motor findings in order to narrow down the differential diagnosis. They also explain the importance of performing a thorough examination and conducting electrophysiological studies to assess nerve conduction and determine the location of the lesion. The speakers mention that in this case, sensory findings were normal and there was evidence of atrophy and weakness in the muscles. The electrophysiological studies showed reduced motor amplitudes but normal sensory findings, suggesting that the lesion is likely located in the spinal cord or nerve roots rather than in the peripheral nerves. They discuss the possibility of a C8 anterior horn cell lesion as a potential cause of the weakness. Finally, they mention that imaging studies, such as MRI of the cervical spine, can be helpful in localizing the lesion and confirming the diagnosis.

Keywords

weakness

pure motor

sensory motor

differential diagnosis

motor neuron diseases

peripheral nerve diseases

neuromuscular junction disorders

muscle disorders

sensory findings

electrophysiological studies

lesion location

C8 anterior horn cell lesion