Five Cases of Idiopathic Sciatic Mononeuropathy: Clinical, Electrophysiological, Radiological, and Histological Features.

Background: Common etiologies of sciatic mononeuropathy are compressive, infiltrative, traumatic, or diabetic. However, in a proportion of patients, the etiology remains elusive despite extensive serological, electrophysiological, radiological, and histological investigations.

Methods: Patients with unexplained sciatic mononeuropathy were studied with regard to their clinical, radiological, pathological, and treatment aspects.

Acquired hyperexcitable peripheral nerve disorders: Clinical and laboratory features, therapeutic responses, and long-term follow-up.

Introduction/aims: Hyperexcitable peripheral nerve disorders (HPNDs) are rare. Although their clinical and laboratory features have been well studied, information on treatment and follow-up is limited. The aim of this study is to explore the long-term clinical, investigative, and therapeutic profile of patients with acquired HPNDs.

Genetic Appraisal of Hereditary Muscle Disorders In A Cohort From Mumbai, India.

Background: Hereditary muscle disorders are clinically and genetically heterogeneous. Limited information is available on their genetic makeup and their prevalence in India.

Objective: To study the genetic basis of prevalent hereditary myopathies.