Publications by authors named "Venkatesh Yatakarla"
Vertical rhythmic dyskinetic movements that are primarily drug-induced and affect solely the jaw, mouth, and lips without involving the tongue have been historically described as "rabbit" syndrome (RS). Evidence on the unique features and implications of this disorder remains limited. This literature review aims to evaluate the clinical-epidemiological profile, pathological mechanisms, and management of this movement disorder.
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- - Asterixis is a type of negative myoclonus that involves brief, irregular pauses in muscle contraction, leading to lapses in maintaining posture and is often associated with conditions like hepatic encephalopathy and renal failure.
- - It is essential to differentiate asterixis from other forms of negative myoclonus, such as epileptic negative myoclonus, as this can affect treatment approaches.
- - Asterixis typically shows no symptoms during patient self-reporting and can often be easily overlooked; however, it is usually reversible with appropriate treatment of the underlying medical issue.