The implications of hyperekplexia on children’s quality of life: a report on two cases

The cases were compared with information obtained through a bibliographical review. Both patients presented several symptoms associated with hyperekplexia, including neurological symptoms such as increased startle response, convulsions, and hypertonia, which were alleviated with appropriate treatment. So far, combining multidisciplinary assistance with drug treatment, particularly anxiolytics and anticonvulsants, with clonazepam being the most used, has significantly contributed to both patients' improved quality of life. However, physical symptoms, such as hip dislocation and clubfoot, require future surgical intervention.