Functional consequences of a KCNT1 variant associated with status dystonicus and early‐onset infantile encephalopathy
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DOI: 10.1002/acn3.50847
Abstract: We identified a novel de novo KCNT1 variant in a patient with early‐infantile epileptic encephalopathy (EIEE) and status dystonicus, a life‐threatening movement disorder. We determined the functional consequences of this variant on the encoded KNa1.1… read more here.
Keywords: kcnt1 variant; functional consequences; status dystonicus;
Status dystonicus is a distinct state characterized by pallidal beta-band activity
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-64416-9
Abstract: Status dystonicus (SD) is a poorly known neurological emergency requiring urgent interventions, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) targeting the globus pallidus interna (GPi). The sensing capabilities of DBS electrodes provide an opportunity to study the… read more here.
Keywords: status dystonicus; pallidal beta; beta band; beta ... See more keywords
Status dystonicus: a diagnosis delayed
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2018-226531
Abstract: Status dystonicus, also known as the dystonic storm or dystonic crisis, is rare but may prove fatal due to respiratory and bulbar complications. In adults, the condition is rare and possibly under-reported. The lack of… read more here.
Keywords: status dystonicus; diagnosis delayed; status; dystonicus diagnosis ... See more keywords
Status Dystonicus in Children: A Cross-Sectional Study and Review of Literature
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DOI: 10.1177/08830738221081593
Abstract: Background: Status dystonicus is a life-threatening, underrecognized movement disorder emergency. We aimed to ascertain the etiology, clinical presentation, complications, and outcomes of status dystonicus in children and reviewed the literature for similar studies. Methods: Records… read more here.
Keywords: dystonicus children; status; status dystonicus; literature ... See more keywords
Status dystonicus: Diagnosis and management of a rare and challenging entity.
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DOI: 10.3233/prm-170510
Abstract: We report the case of a six-year-old girl with Moyamoya disease who presented with bilateral internal carotid artery malignant infarct following encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis (EDAS). During her neurorehabilitation, she developed gradually worsening dystonic spasms with opisthotonic posturing,… read more here.
Keywords: status; status dystonicus; etiology; diagnosis management ... See more keywords