Hemiballismus on physical exam seen after stroke

Hemiballismus is a hyperkinetic involuntary movement disorder characterized by intermittent, sudden, violent, involuntary, flinging, or ballistic high amplitude movements.  Caused by injury to the subthalamic nucleus.

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 2 years ago
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