Acute Encephalitis - 26/03/13

Résumé |
Acute encephalitis remains one of the contemporary challenges of critical care medicine. The diagnosis is difficult and sometimes unconfirmed, and encephalitis remains without clear evidence-based therapies or even therapeutic goals for the prevention of high neurologic sequelae. This article provides a framework for pediatric intensivists to guide the diagnosis and management of patients with suspected encephalitis. It provides an in-depth review of the most common causes of encephalitis in children. The article promotes early recognition, appropriate testing and empiric treatment, and management of the expected complications of acute encephalitis.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, Altered mental status, Encephalitis, Encephalopathy, Seizure
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Vol 29 - N° 2
P. 259-277 - avril 2013 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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