Automatic detection of cataplexy

Although being the most specific symptom of narcolepsy type 1 (NT1), cataplexy is currently investigated by clinical interview only, with potential diagnostic pitfalls. Our study aimed at testing the accuracy of an automatic video detection of cataplexy in NT1 patients vs. non-cataplectic subjects undergoing a standardized test with emotional stimulation.

Source: Sleep Medicine - August 9, 2018 Category: Sleep Medicine Authors: Ilaria Bartolini, Fabio Pizza, Andrea Di Luzio, Giulia Neccia, Elena Antelmi, Stefano Vandi, Giuseppe Plazzi Tags: Original Article Source Type: research