Palatal myoclonus--case report.
Palatal myoclonus is the name of a syndrome characterized by an involuntary rhythmic movement of the soft palate, occasionally involving the facial muscles, pharynx, larynx, and diaphragm. A review of the literature involving the etiology, pathology, symptoms, and treatment is presented. A case is reported with successful treatment with phenytoin sodium and phenobarbital. Also presented and discussed are the influences of acoustic and corneal stimulations on the myoclonic activity.
D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009207:Myoclonus / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D010159:Palate