Tidsskrift for den Norske lægeforening : tidsskrift for praktisk medicin, ny række
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Tidsskr. Nor. Laegeforen. · Feb 2002
Case Reports[Dopa-responsive dystonia--a hereditary dystonia easy to treat].
Dopa-responsive dystonia is a genetically determined disorder with early onset. The dystonia usually manifests as a disturbance of gait with fatigue and may be confused with spasticity. The diagnosis is based on clinical recognition and response to l-dopa, which is usually complete and long lasting. The most common genetic defect involves the gene for GTP cyclohydroxylase I. ⋯ Though uncommon, this disorder is an important differential diagnosis in children with gait disturbance, particularly in those suspected as having spastic paraparesis.
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Tidsskr. Nor. Laegeforen. · Jan 2002
[Rescue helicopter service in Bodö--advanced emergency service or alternative transportation?].
An increase in fatal accidents in helicopter ambulance missions in Norway has put focus on the guidelines for use. ⋯ It takes about an hour to reach remote locations by rescue helicopter. A substantial amount of the transports could have been carried out by ground ambulance without loss of health benefit. We question the need for an on-board anaesthesiologist.