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