Latissimus dorsi myoclonus after video assisted thoracoscopic lung volume reduction.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2009.01.076.
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Abstract
Myoclonus as a sequel to thoracotomy has been reported, and its treatment can be challenging to both the patient and the surgeon. We describe a 43-year-old patient with chest wall pain and latissimus dorsi muscle contractions (myoclonus) after video-assisted thoracoscopic lung volume reduction. His symptoms remained refractory to benzodiazepines, nerve blockage, and botulinum toxin injection due to either poor compliance or lack of response to therapy. These symptoms started to resolve spontaneously 18 months after the procedure.
Medical subject headings
- Myoclonus
- Pneumonectomy
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Respiratory Muscles
- Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted