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Evaluation of the adult with acute weakness in the emergency department - UpToDate

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Evaluation of the adult with acute weakness in the emergency department INTRODUCTION Weakness is a common, nonspecific emergency department (ED) complaint that encompasses a broad differential diagnosis. The diagnosis of potentially life-threatening neurologic and neuromuscular processes requires a systematic, anatomic approach based on careful history, physical examination, and, in some cases, imaging studies. In older adults, infection, cardiovascular disease, and dehydration must be considered as possible causes of weakness. However, such conditions cause generalized malaise rather…

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