Publication Type : Journal Article
Publisher : Indian Pediatrics
Source : Indian Pediatrics 2017;54: 1054-1055
Url : https://indianpediatrics.net/dec2017/dec-1054-1055.htm
Keywords : Brain biopsy, Febrile encephalopathy, Ring enhancing lesion.
Campus : Kochi
School : School of Medicine
Department : Paediatrics
Year : 2017
Abstract : Background: Neuromelioidosis is a rare conduction, which is difficult to diagnose and treat. Case characteristics: Preadolescent girl presenting with prolonged fever, acute ascending paralysis and encephalopathy. Outcome: Neuromelioidiosis was confirmed on brain biopsy culture. Patient improved with an intensive antibiotic regimen. Message: Neuromelioidosis can mimic acute demyelinating encephalomyelitis clinically and radiologically.
Cite this Research Publication : Ekka AS, Mohiddeen M, Kesavan S. "Neuromelioidosis Masquerading as Acute Demyelinating Encephalomyelitis," Indian Pediatrics 2017;54: 1054-1055