REM sleep behaviour disorder - a nosological entity with a great significance for neurology

Abstract

The article briefly discusses the main manifestations of REM sleep behaviour disorder (RBD), its new 2014 diagnostic criteria, and some pitfalls of diagnosing. The association of RBD with synucleinopathies is dealt with in more detail and facts are presented showing that, in many cases, RBD is one of the first signs of the development of a neurodegenerative disease.

The article also mentions other aspects of developing RBD, particularly the use of antidepressants.

Keywords

• REM sleep behaviour disorder
• synucleinopathy
• antidepressants
• polysomnography
• narcolepsy