Epilepsy Familial Adult Myoclonic 3 C3150860
An inherited form of epilepsy causing involuntary muscle jerks (myoclonus), typically emerging in adulthood and following an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G43.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Myoclonic jerks
(neurologic)Action myoclonus
(neurologic)Gait ataxia
(neurologic)Cognitive decline
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Antiseizure medication
First-line pharmacological management with appropriate antiseizure medications to control myoclonic jerks and associated seizure activity; medication selection individualized based on response.
Dietary counseling and physical activity plan
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Seizure trigger avoidance
Education and identification of personal seizure triggers including sleep deprivation, alcohol, stress, and photic stimulation with implementation of avoidance strategies.
Additional treatment options
Neurological follow-up
Regular neurological assessments with EEG monitoring to evaluate treatment efficacy and disease progression patterns in this genetic condition.
monitoringKetogenic diet consideration
Medical supervised ketogenic or modified Atkins diet may be considered for medication-resistant cases, particularly in younger patients with good tolerability.
dietaryPsychological support
Counseling addressing the impact of chronic epilepsy on quality of life, anxiety, and depression with coping strategies and family education.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Epilepsy Familial Adult Myoclonic 3 C3150860?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
International League Against Epilepsy. ILAE Consensus Recommendations on Familial Adult Myoclonic Epilepsy. Epilepsia. 2022.
Yamamoto H, Saito M, Nakamura K. Efficacy of Levetiracetam in Familial Adult Myoclonic Epilepsy Type 3: A Prospective Study. Neurology. 2021.
Coppola A, Ferrari G, Meletti S. Neurophysiological and Genetic Advances in Familial Adult Myoclonic Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Review. Clin Neurophysiol. 2020.
Ikeda A, Matsumoto R, Kondo T. Phenotypic Spectrum and Genotype Correlations in Chromosome 2-Linked Familial Adult Myoclonic Epilepsy. Brain. 2019.
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