Autor(es): Lugg Jason

Resumo: Guillain-Barré syndrome, a randomly acquired inflammatory condition that can lead to progressive muscle weakness and paralysis, is a rare presentation in emergency departments, and differentiating its early stages from common viral illnesses can be difficult. Emergency practitioners should be aware, therefore, of the subtle early signs of Guillain-Barré syndrome so that they can make a diagnosis and refer patients appropriately. This article examines the aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment of the condition, and reviews the case of a 16-year-old girl diagnosed with a viral illness and discharged, but who was admitted to a neighbouring hospital a week later and diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Imprenta: Emergency Nurse, v. 18, n. 3, p. 27-30, 2010

Identificador do Objeto Digital: 10.7748/en2010.06.18.3.27.c7827

Descritores: Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Proteins ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Antibodies ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Viral infections ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Clinical examination ; Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Virus

Data de Publicação: 2010