Botulinum Neurotoxin Injections in Childhood Opisthotonus
Opisthotonus refers to abnormal axial extension and arching of the trunk produced by excessive contractions of the paraspinal muscles. In childhood, the abnormal posture is most often related to dystonia in the setting of hypoxic injury or a number of other acquired and genetic etiologies. The condi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-02-01
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Series: | Toxins |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/13/2/137 |