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Autonomic function was assessed in 24 patients with multiple sclerosis using a questionnaire, cardiovascular reflex tests and sympathetic skin responses. Most patients had some degree of dysautonomia.
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Labuz-Roszak, B., Pierzchala, K. Difficulties in the diagnosis of autonomic dysfunction in multiple sclerosis. Clin Auton Res 17, 375–377 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10286-007-0443-y
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