R-R variations in Guillain-Barré syndrome: a test of autonomic dysfunction
Autor(es): Persson A,Solders G
Resumo: As we have earlier shown, variations in the R-R interval of the ECG can be used as a measure of autonomic function. This test was applied to 6 patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome at different times during the course of the disease. Severe but temporary impairment of autonomic function was found, which was maximal at 2-6 weeks after the onset of clinical symptoms and gradually improved to normal levels over a period of 3-18 months. This paralleled clinical recovery. The results suggest that this test of R-R variations is a reliable method for establishing and following an autonomic dysfunction in patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome.
Palavras-Chave: Autonomic dysfunction; Guillain-Barre syndrome; Heart frequency variations; R-R variations
Imprenta: Acta Neurologica Scandinavica, v. 67, n. 5, p. 294-300, 1983
Identificador do objeto digital: 10.1111/j.1600-0404.1983.tb04578.x
Descritores: Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Cell ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Clinical examination
Data de publicação: 1983
