Possible association of Guillain-Barré syndrome and hepatitis A vaccination.

Capa:Possible association of Guillain-Barré syndrome and hepatitis A vaccination.

Autor(es): Blumenthal Danith; Prais Dario; Bron-Harlev Efrat; Amir Jacob


Resumo: We report a case of Guillain-Barré syndrome in a previously healthy child who received a hepatitis A vaccination (HAVRIX) 5 days before onset of symptoms. No other precipitating factor could be identified. The relevant literature is reviewed and discussed.


Imprenta: The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal, v. 23, p. 6, p. 586-588, 2004


Identificador do objeto digital: 10.1097/01.inf.0000130941.72712.33 ,


Descritores: Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Pathogenesis ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Proteins ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Antibodies ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Viral infections ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Vaccine ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Public health


Data de publicação: 2004