Parkinsonian syndrome
Domain : Diagnosis
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Simplified definition
Refers to a brain disease that combines the three main symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (tremors, slowed movements, and muscle stiffness), to which other symptoms may be added, but that has a different cause.
Source: Houria Aiouaz, for Alzheimer Foundation
Referenced definition
“[…] A motor syndrome that manifests as rigidity, tremors, and bradykinesia.”
Source: Shrimanker I, Tadi P, Sánchez-Manso JC. Parkinsonism. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing, 2022.
Context
“Parkinson’s disease is one of the most frequent manifestations of the parkinsonian syndrome with 75% incidence among all forms of parkinsonism.”
Source: Moreno AM, Nascimento JF, Armada L, Orsini M, Tavares MS, da Silva Catharino AM. Parkinsonian syndrome after chikungunya: A case study. Int J Case Rep Images 2022;13:101293Z01AM2022.
Note
- The term “parkinsonian syndrome” should not be confused with Parkinson’s disease.
- A parkinsonian syndrome can lead to a false diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.