Treatment and rehabilitation outcomes of children affected with nodding syndrome in Northern Uganda: a descriptive case series

INTRODUCTION: Nodding Syndrome (NS) is a neurological disorder affecting children 5-15 years at onset in East Africa. A major criterion for diagnosis is atonic seizure with dorso-ventral nodding of the head. Comorbidities include psychological and behavioral abnormalities, malnutrition, cognitive de...

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Main Authors: Suzanne Gazda, David Lagoro Kitara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Pan African Medical Journal 2018-04-01
Series:The Pan African Medical Journal
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Online Access: https://www.panafrican-med-journal.com/content/article/29/228/pdf/228.pdf