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Tremor diagnostic study of choice

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Zehra Malik, M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

Overview

Tremor is primarily diagnosed based on the clinical presentation. Diagnosing the underlying cause of tremor is also a clinical diagnosis based on, a detailed history taking, observing patient as they enter the room and during history taking, followed by a focused physical exam.

Diagnostic Study of Choice

Diagnostic Study of Choice

Study of choice

References

References

  1. Puschmann A, Wszolek ZK (2011). “Diagnosis and treatment of common forms of tremor”. Semin Neurol. 31 (1): 65–77. doi:10.1055/s-0031-1271312. PMC 3907068. PMID 21321834.
  2. Charles PD, Esper GJ, Davis TL, Maciunas RJ, Robertson D (1999). “Classification of tremor and update on treatment”. Am Fam Physician. 59 (6): 1565–72. PMID 10193597.

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