There is still a role for the blink reflex in the diagnosis and follow-up of multiple sclerosis. Issue 4 (April 2015) - Brooks, Joseph Bruno Bidin
Highlights At present, the diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (MS) do not include neurophysiological testing. The blink reflex is a sensitive test for MS and abnormalities are related to disease duration, disability, and lesions in the brainstem. Neurophysiological methods should be included for diagnosis and follow-up of patients with MS.