Clinical signs in neuro-ophthalmology: Eye signs in myasthenia gravis

Abstract

A hallmark of myasthenia gravis (MG) is the variability and fatigability of striated muscles. The majority of people with MG have eye symptoms of ptosis and diplopia. This paper outlines the eye signs in MG, including practical tips on the examination technique relevant to MG, and pitfalls to avoid.

Keywords

• clinical signs
• myasthenia gravis
• neuro-ophthalmology
• ocular