CSF neopterin, a useful biomarker in children presenting with influenza associated encephalopathy?

CONCLUSION: Raised CSF neopterin was present in most cases of encephalopathy, and along with diffusion restriction on MRI, is a useful diagnostic biomarker. Lack of seasonal influenza vaccination represents a missed opportunity to prevent illness in children, including severe neurological disease.
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Source: European Journal of Paediatric Neurology - September 28, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Macdonald-Laurs E, Koirala A, Britton PN, Rawlinson W, Hiew CC, Mcrae J, Dale RC, Jones C, Macartney K, McMullan B, Pillai S Tags: Eur J Paediatr Neurol Source Type: research