NOTE: The criteria are based on those of Baguley et al and others described under PAID (see 17.49.05, above)
Dysautonomia requires:
(1) at least 5 cliical findings occurring simultaneously (paroxysm)
(2) at least one daily paroxysm for at least 3 consecutive days (Blackman et al)
(3) exclusion of infection, medications or other cause (if ascribing to TBI)
Clinical findings
(1) hyperthermia with body temperature > 38.5°C
(2) tachycardia with pulse > 120 beats per minute
(3) tachypnea with respiratory rate > 30 breaths per minute
(4) hypertension with systolic blood pressure > 160 mm Hg
(5) hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
(6) decerebrate or decorticate posturing
(7) increased muscle tone with dystonia, rigidity and/or spasticity
