Paroxysmal nonkinesigenic dyskinesia

Paroxysmal nonkinesigenic dyskinesia

Definition

Paroxysmal non-kinesigenic dyskinesia (PNKD) is a form of paroxysmal dyskinesia, characterized by attacks of dystonic or choreathetotic movements precipitated by stress, fatigue, coffee or alcohol intake or menstruation.

Also known as Paroxystic non-kinesigenic choreoathetosis — per MONDO

Also identified as