Severe, subacute axonal polyneuropathy due to hypophosphatemia
Autor(es): van Eijk Jeroen J J,Abdo W Farid,den Deurwaarder Edwin,Zwarts Machiel J,van de Warrenburg Bart P C
Resumo: A 46-year-old man receiving tube feeding because of anorexia and weight loss developed progressive neurological symptoms initially resembling Guillain-Barré syndrome. Eventually axonal neuropathy due to severe hypophosphatemia was diagnosed. Hypophosphatemia can be caused by the so-called refeeding syndrome, which may occur in patients who start feeding after prolonged fasting. The neurological manifestations of hypophosphatemia are reversible if oral or intravenous supl.etion of phosphate is started in time. Recognizing the refeeding syndrome is crucial in making a timely diagnosis.
Imprenta: Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde, v. 154, p. A914, 2010
Descritores: Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Pathogenesis
Data de publicação: 2010
