Palatal Myoclonus Syndrome
General: Vascular disorders of brainstem that involve inferior olive and olivodentate connection; continuous rhythmic contractions of the palate that occur 100 to 180 times per minute.
Ocular: Opsoclonia; ocular bobbing; nystagmus; torsional, pendular nystagmus; gaze-evoked nystagmus.
Clinical: Contraction of pharynx, larynx, tongue, floor of the mouth, neck, and diaphragm; nodding of head; tremor of hand; sleep apnea; multiple sclerosis.
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Yao CB, et al. Ocular bobbing in palatal myoclonus. Arch Neurol 1968; 18:304-310.
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