Chapter
Toxic Myopathies
Abstract
Toxic myopathies are an important diagnostic entity in neuromuscular medicine because the correct diagnosis and management lead to clinical improvement without unnecessary treatment. EMG and muscle biopsy in select cases provide diagnostic clues. This chapter provides a practical approach to recognizing the common causes of toxic myopathies.
Authors
Baker SK
Book title
Neuromuscular Disorders
Pagination
pp. 22-29
Publisher
Wiley
Publication Date
September 30, 2011
DOI
10.1002/9781119973331.ch4