Myelitis

Investigators at University of Montreal, Department of Pediatrics target myelitis in children

Published in Drug Law Weekly, June 23rd, 2009

A new study, 'Critical illness polyneuromyopathy in a child with severe demyelinating myelitis,' is now available. "We report a child presenting with severe demyelinating myelitis complicated with critical illness polyneuropathy. This previously healthy 8-month-old boy presented with acute superior limb weakness, absent tendon reflexes, and respiratory failure," scientists in Montreal, Canada report.

"Spinal magnetic resonance imaging showed an extensive cervical demyelinating lesion. Spinal cord trauma was suspected and high doses of dexamethasone were administered. Electromyography and nerve conduction studies showed absence of compound muscle action potentials and...

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Source: Drug Law Weekly (2009-06-23)

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