title: Botulinum toxin A therapy in dystonia.
abstract: Local injections can decrease posturing and pain in 70% to 90% of patients for up to eight months. Responses can be extended with further injections.
authors.affiliation: Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Ariz.
authors.forename: C H
authors.initials: CH
authors.lastname: Adler
mesh_terms: D001905:Botulinum Toxins / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects; D000075202:Contraindications; D004421:Dystonia / Q000188:drug therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007273:Injections, Intramuscular; D007279:Injections, Subcutaneous; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D001905:Botulinum Toxins