A case of multiple system atrophy
Keywords:
Multiple system atrophy, parkinsonism, dysautonomia, cerebellar dysfunctionAbstract
The authors describe a case of multiple system atrophy in a 54
year-old man, with dizziness, syncope and sexual dysfunction as
the initial symptoms. Signs of parkinsonism, dysautonomy and
cerebellar dysfunction were shown on physical examination and
autonomic function tests. Conservative treatment led to clinical
improvement. A review of multiple system atrophy was made
following this clinical case.
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