A standardized test to document cataplexy

/Background: Cataplexy is the pathognomonic symptom of narcolepsy type 1 (NT1). Since it is considered difficult to be directly observed or documented by clinicians, its diagnosis relies mainly on history taking. Our study aimed at testing the feasibility of a standardized video recording procedure under emotional stimulation to document cataplexy in the diagnostic work-up of suspected hypersomnia of central origin.

Source: Sleep Medicine - October 9, 2017 Category: Sleep Medicine Authors: Stefano Vandi, Fabio Pizza, Elena Antelmi, Giulia Neccia, Martina Iloti, Alice Mazzoni, Patrizia Avoni, Giuseppe Plazzi Source Type: research