So-called neuralgic amyotrophy: clinical features and long term follow-up

Ital J Neurol Sci. 1983 Dec;4(4):431-7. doi: 10.1007/BF02125623.

Abstract

The clinical features of 61 patients with Neuralgic Amyotrophy are analysed with special reference to recovery time, recurrence and residual deficits in 42 of these patients. Although the etiology is still unknown, N.A. has a characteristic clinical picture with a fairly typical pattern of symptoms and signs. A correct diagnosis is important because in spite of the severity and extent of the initial symptoms the overall prognosis in good.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Brachial Plexus / physiopathology
  • Brachial Plexus Neuritis / diagnosis*
  • Child
  • Electromyography
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Sensation
  • Time Factors