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Introduction
Cranial muscle fasciculations may be difficult to detect in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Ultrasound (US) detection of fasciculations in these muscles may have clinical utility.
Methods
Patients with suspected ALS were prospectively enrolled. Nerve conduction studies, needle electromyography (EMG), and US examination of cranial muscles were performed. Controls were examined...
Introduction
Ultrasound (US) evaluation of diaphragm thickness and contractility is an effective tool in neurogenic diaphragm dysfunction. There are limited data about the value of this technique in patients with myopathy.
Methods
We performed a retrospective chart review of cases with electromyography (EMG) ‐confirmed myopathy and real‐time US evaluation of the diaphragm. Diaphragm thickness and...
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