A new look at an under-diagnosed poorly treated condition: restless legs syndrome.
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common condition that is difficult to diagnose. However, once correctly diagnosed, its management is straightforward and evidence-based. The purpose of this article is to familiarise clinicians with both the symptoms and diagnostic criteria for RLS and to elucidate secondary and often curable causes of this prevalent condition. There is also a concise review of its pathophysiology and current management strategies. The authors hope this article will raise awareness of this condition among clinicians and in doing so improve the quality of life for the patients affected by it.
Barry
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Department of Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin.
Leahy
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D015259:Dopamine Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D007980:Levodopa / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011788:Quality of Life; D012148:Restless Legs Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology
D015259:Dopamine Agents; D007980:Levodopa