Review article Paroxysmal nonepileptic motor phenomena in newborn

摘要: Introduction: Understanding the pathophysiological meaning of paroxysmal nonepileptic motor phenomena in newborns represents a challenge for clinicians Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Methods: This paper provides an extensive review most frequent newborns, order to improve knowledge about this sub-topic neonatal pathology and guide diagnostic-therapeutic approach. Results: The correct identification epileptic form, among different phenomena, which may clinically mimic seizures, is essential management, avoiding overtreatment. However, it likewise important know be able identify other rare neurological conditions, such as hyperekplexia, spinal muscular atrophy, acute bilirubin encephalopathy, that could make first appearance with manifestations, needing specific diagnostic work-up treatment. Conclusions: These clinical events should not underestimated because, even if many times they are physiological age-related, sometimes visible signs underlying or disease.