Neuralgic Amyotrophy Syndrome with Widespread Myokymia

Authors

  • Elizabeth C. Steyn, M.B.B.Ch Neurology division, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town
  • Jeannine M. Heckmann, Ph.D. Neurology division, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town

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https://doi.org/10.17161/rrnmf.v1i4.13810

Keywords:

neuralgic amyotrophy, myokymia

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Author Biography

  • Elizabeth C. Steyn, M.B.B.Ch, Neurology division, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town

    Lize Steyn is completing her residency training in neurology at Groote Schuur Hospital.

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2020-09-21

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How to Cite

Steyn, E., & Heckmann, J. (2020). Neuralgic Amyotrophy Syndrome with Widespread Myokymia. RRNMF Neuromuscular Journal, 1(4), 24-27. https://doi.org/10.17161/rrnmf.v1i4.13810