Zoster-associated limb paresis presenting as femoral neuropathy

Zoster-associated limb paresis is a relatively uncommon complication of herpes zoster that is characterized by focal motor weakness. Awareness of this disorder is important to avoid unnecessary invasive investigations and to ensure appropriate treatment. We report a case of a herpes zoster involving...

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Published inAnnals of clinical neurophysiology Vol. 21; no. 1; pp. 44 - 47
Main Authors Hwang, Inha, Yun, UnKyu, Bae, Heewon, Han, Jeong Ho, Ha, Sang-Won, Kim, Doo-eung
Format Journal Article
LanguageKorean
Published 2019
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Varicella zoster virus
Herpes zoster
Femoral neuropathy
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Summary:Zoster-associated limb paresis is a relatively uncommon complication of herpes zoster that is characterized by focal motor weakness. Awareness of this disorder is important to avoid unnecessary invasive investigations and to ensure appropriate treatment. We report a case of a herpes zoster involving the femoral nerve.
Bibliography:KISTI1.1003/JNL.JAKO201928965448280
ISSN:2508-691X
2508-691X