The Guillain-Barre syndrome in children. Orthopedic management and patterns of recovery
Autor(es): Berman A T,Tom L
Resumo: Eleven cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome in children between 1955 and 1973 demonstrate clinical course and residual permanent motor deficits. The rate of recovery from muscle paralysis and the long-term permanent muscle loss, and the resultant paralytic deficits may require treatment: tendon transfers, opponensplasties, spinal fusions, and Lambrinudi operations. The late permanent motor paralysis and residual joint deformities secondary to GBS in children has a higher incidence and severity than in adults, and an intensive rehabilitation program in imperative. Frequent, extended follow-up, and muscle testing records are absolutely essential in children.
Imprenta: Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, n. 116, p. 61-65, 1976
Descritores: Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Epidemiology ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Public health
Data de publicação: 1976
