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J Korean Acad Rehabil Med. 1981;5:4.
Electromyographic Finding in Periodic Paralysis -Case reports-
Abstract

Periodic Paralysis is a rare disease defined as recurrent episodes of flaccid paralysis which may occur in inherited or in sporadic forms.

According to the plasma K+ level during attack, periodic paralysis can be classified as Hypokalemic, Hyperkalemic and Normokalemic type.

Weakness or paralysis are caused by conduction block in neuromuscular junction and along the muscle membrane.

3 cases of Hypokalemic periodic paralysis and 1 case of probable Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis are presented with blood chemistry, urinalysis, EKG, muscle biopsy and with EMG findings during attacks compared with normal status.

Keywords :Periodic paralysis, Electromyography, Hypokalemia, Hyperkalemia

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