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Should NCS/EMG be always performed in patients with clinically suspected critical illness neuropathy and myopathy (CIP/CIM) to confirm the diagnosis?

Should NCS/EMG be always performed in patients with clinically suspected critical illness neuropathy and myopathy (CIP/CIM) to confirm the diagnosis? What etiologies can mimic CIP/CIM and should be excluded on NCS/EMG?