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Reporting the results of needle EMG and nerve conduction studies: An educational report
Author(s) -
Jablecki Charles K.,
Busis Neil A.,
Brandstater Murray A.,
Krivickas Lisa S.,
Miller Robert G.,
Robinton John E.
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
muscle and nerve
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.025
H-Index - 145
eISSN - 1097-4598
pISSN - 0148-639X
DOI - 10.1002/mus.20422
Subject(s) - medicine , nerve conduction , suite , neuromuscular disease , history , disease , archaeology
Needle electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCSs) performed by a physician with the appropriate education, training, and experience are used to evaluate patients with neuromuscular diseases and to diagnose the presence, distribution, and severity of nerve, neuromuscular junction, and muscle pathology.1 After the physician performs needle EMG and NCSs, it is necessary to prepare a written report of the test results. This report serves as a communication tool to the referring physician and documents the results and conclusions of the electrodiagnostic evaluation. This educational document created by the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) addresses the following two key clinical questions. 1. What information should be included regarding the needle EMG and NCS examination? 2. What is the best way to present the information?