Benign Febrile Myoclonus in Childhood

Abstract

Background:Myoclonus is often associated with progressive myoclonic epilepsy or neurodegenerative conditions. Febrile myoclonus is a benign phenomenon, which has only been reported previously in one child.Methods:The clinical features of three children with fever-induced myoclonus are described.Results:Fever-induced myoclonus is characterized by frequent myoclonus, which resolves with resolution of the fever in otherwise healthy children.Conclusion:Recognition of fever-induced myoclonus as a benign phenomenon may prevent unnecessary investigations and interventions.Conclusion:Le fait de reconnaître le myoclonus induit par l'hyperthermie comme un phÉnomène bÉnin peut Éviter des investigations et des interventions inutiles.