A view to essential tremor

Abstract

Aysel Milanlioglu, Yuzuncu Yil Univeritesi, Noroloji Klinigi Van, Turkiye, Tel. 0530 8263565 Email. ayselmilanlioglu@yahoo.com Gelis Tarihi: 10.10.2011 • Kabul Tarihi: 07.03.2012 ABSTRACT Essential tremor associated with both the motor and non-motor symptoms, is the most common movement disorder in the world. Although it may be seen at any age, its incidence increases with age. Most of the patients with essential tremor are misdiagnosed and loose the chance of proper treatment. The pathophsiology of essential tremor has not been completely understood yet. To achieve more satisfactory theraupatic results, early diagnosis and proper treatment options should be provided for the suffering patients. In this review article, the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, clinical characteristics, and the current medical and surgical treatment options of essential tremor will be discussed.