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Kleine-Levin syndrome presenting in later life
Author(s)Sanjeev Maskara, Rajesh Govindarajan, Pippa Medcalf
Journal titleGM (Geriatric Medicine), vol 39, no 2, February 2009
Pagespp 59-66
Sourcehttp://www.gerimed.co.uk
KeywordsSleep disorders ; Sleep behaviour.
AnnotationKleine-Levin syndrome is more commonly known as recurrent primary hypersomnia. The patient can lapse into a deep sleep at any time without warning, sometimes lasting as long as 16 hours. It is often associated with compulsive overeating and hypersexuality. This is not a passing desire for a quick nap, but is excessive daytime sleepiness, which is a much more significant problem. On awakening, the person appears listless, speaks gibberish, and does not remember anything about events before. The authors discuss the presentation, course of illness, pathophysiology, laboratory investigations, diagnosis, possible treatments, and the importance of early diagnosis. (KJ/RH).
Accession NumberCPA-090420201 A
ClassmarkCTS: CG

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