Relapsing polychondritis-associated meningoencephalitis initially presenting as seizure: a case report and literature review
ConclusionRP-associated meningoencephalitis is rare but fatal. Although symptoms vary, red or deformed ears remain the most common and suggestive features. Non-specific parenchymal changes and/or meningeal enhancement can be observed on brain MRI scans. CSF lymphocytic pleocytosis with mild protein elevation was observed in most patients.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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