Key result
Cardiovascular autonomic function abnormalities were found in 74% (37 of 50) of patients with multiple sclerosis.
Population
50 patients with multiple sclerosis
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Supports autonomic testing consideration in MS; leaves open effects on management and outcomes.
Observational (n=50)
Cardiovascular autonomic dysfunction is common in multiple sclerosis, presenting a scattered pattern of abnormalities distinct from diabetic neuropathy.
Pentland et al. (2008) conducted an observational in Multiple sclerosis (n=50). Multiple sclerosis was evaluated on Abnormalities of one or more cardiovascular autonomic function tests. Cardiovascular autonomic function abnormalities were found in 74% (37 of 50) of patients with multiple sclerosis.
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