Autopsy Case of Meningoencephalomyelitis Associated With Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein Antibody

Discussion This case illustrates autoimmune meningoencephalomyelitis associated with GFAP antibody in the CSF and coexistent neuroendocrine tumor. The autopsy findings were nonspecific and did not demonstrate astrocyte involvement. Further accumulation of cases is warranted to delineate the utility and pathogenic significance of the GFAP autoantibody.
Source: Neurology Neuroimmunology and Neuroinflammation - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: All Immunology, Autoimmune diseases, Paraneoplastic syndrome Article Source Type: research