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. 1985 Jun;17(3):169-74.
doi: 10.1097/01376517-198506000-00005.

Idiopathic spasmodic torticollis

C Jorgenson, H Porphyris

Idiopathic spasmodic torticollis

C Jorgenson et al. J Neurosurg Nurs. 1985 Jun.

Abstract

Idiopathic spasmodic torticollis (IST) is discussed from the perspective of definition and description, clinical presentation, and modes of treatment including a new, innovative, surgical approach. The role of the physician and the neurosurgical nurse in the management of idiopathic spasmodic torticollis is considered.

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