Human Monocytic Ehrlichiosis presenting as Guillain-Barre syndrome (P3.315)

Conclusion:CNS manifestations are relatively common in patients with HME but GBS has not been previously reported. Our case illustrates the importance of a high index of clinical suspicion which will facilitate early diagnosis and initiate timely therapy, thus avoiding potentially life-threatening complications.Background:Not applicableDesign/Methods:Not applicableResults:Not applicableConclusions:Not applicableDisclosure: Dr. Zhu, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. Arukala, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. Sheikh, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. Uprety, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. McCrary, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. Silverman, MD has nothing to disclose. Dr. Cranston, MD has nothing to disclose.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Fungal and Parasitic Disease of the Nervous System Source Type: research