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Restless legs syndrome is a common neurological disorder that is underdiagnosed in large part due to the myriad of presenting features. It is associated with significant morbidity, and early recognition and management can have a profound impact on quality of life. This chapter discusses the clinical features, epidemiology, pathophysiology and management of restless legs syndrome and outlines some of the major obstacles to successful treatment.

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    Guy D. Leschziner M.A., Ph.D., F.R.C.P.

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Leschziner, G.D. (2018). Restless Legs Syndrome. In: Selsick, H. (eds) Sleep Disorders in Psychiatric Patients. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-54836-9_10

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