PO014 / #468 PRE AND POST OPERATIVE CLINICAL ASSESSMENT OF PATIENTS SUFFRING FOR DYSTONIA: E-POSTER VIEWING

Abstract

Dystonia is a syndrome characterized by involuntary sustained muscle contractions that result in twisting, repetitive movement and abnormal posture. Dystonia is typically classified by age of onset, origin, and affected body region. When the cause is not defined or unknown, the dystonia is referred to as idiopathic or primary dystonia. Primary dystonia can be familial. Deep brain stimulation is an effective treatment of generalized dystonia.