[Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome: a systematic review].
Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome is more frequent than once believed. This syndrome is a chronic disorder whose long term outcome is generally favourable, characterized by a fluctuating course. The etiopathogenesis of Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome has not been ascertained, although the frontal-subcortical neural pathways seem to be involved. This extrapyramidal syndrome is frequently associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and behaviour problems. A correct diagnosis is the first step for a proper management of this disorder, which makes use of behavioural and pharmacological interventions.
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Azienda Policlinico Neurologia, Università, Catania, Italia.
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Bianca
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Raffaele
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Rampello
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D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D005879:Tourette Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology