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Sleep Medicine: A Deserted Field In Pakistan, Bhojo A. Khealani
Sleep Medicine: A Deserted Field In Pakistan, Bhojo A. Khealani
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Sleep is an important and essential aspect of life and we spend about one third of our lives sleeping. Sleep disorders often manifest with insomnia and excessive daytime sleepiness. Large population based studies have shown that people who sleep longer and lesser have shorter life span1,2. Other symptoms of the slep disorders include snoring, abnormal motor behaviors etc.
Clinical Profiles, Management And Outcome Of Myasthenic Crisis In A Tertiary Care Center In Karachi, Pakistan, Sara , Khan, Dureshahwar Kanwar, Sadia Nishat
Clinical Profiles, Management And Outcome Of Myasthenic Crisis In A Tertiary Care Center In Karachi, Pakistan, Sara , Khan, Dureshahwar Kanwar, Sadia Nishat
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
To determine the clinical profiles, management and outcome of myasthenic crisis (MC) in patients presenting to a tertiary care hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. This was a retrospective study of forty patients with Myasthenic crisis(MC) admitted at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi between 1999 and 2014.Demographics, clinical presentation, hospital course, management and outcomes were reviewed. Ventilatory support for respiratory muscle or bulbar weakness was taken as crisis identification at arrival. Out of the total 40 patients with MC; generalized onset was seen in 28 (70%) and isolated bulbar symptoms in 12 (30%) patients. Fifteen patients (37.5%) had MC as a …
Spectrum Of Acute Flaccid Paralysis In Children, Shaila Ali, M. Zia Ur Rehman, Tipu Sultan
Spectrum Of Acute Flaccid Paralysis In Children, Shaila Ali, M. Zia Ur Rehman, Tipu Sultan
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) is a clinical syndrome characterized by rapid onset of weakness in a child aged less than 15 years due to any cause when polio is suspected(1). Exact cause of AFP with its incidence is needed for proper management.
South Asian Contributions To The International Rehabilitation Literature: An Online Literature Survey Of 10 Years, Sermad Ahmad Mangat, Farooq Azam Rathore, Shahbaz Ali Nasir, Mubasshar Shahid, Hassaan Altaf
South Asian Contributions To The International Rehabilitation Literature: An Online Literature Survey Of 10 Years, Sermad Ahmad Mangat, Farooq Azam Rathore, Shahbaz Ali Nasir, Mubasshar Shahid, Hassaan Altaf
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM & R) deals with management, rehabilitation and community reintegration persons with disabilities. It is an emerging medical specialty in the South-Asian region (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Srilanka ,Afghanistan, Bhutan and Maldives,). The region comprises 24% of the world population with a huge burden of disability. The contributions of South Asian authors to the international rehabilitation medicine literature are unknown. The aim of this study was to document the contributions of south Asian authors in the international rehabilitation literature in the last decade.
Epidemiology And Prevalence Of Deep Venous Thrombosis In Patients With Spinal Cord Injury, Aatik Arsh, Haider Darain, Syed Muhammad Ilyas
Epidemiology And Prevalence Of Deep Venous Thrombosis In Patients With Spinal Cord Injury, Aatik Arsh, Haider Darain, Syed Muhammad Ilyas
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Pressure ulcers in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) are associated with incredible financial cost and human sufferings. The aim of this retrospective study was to determine prevalence of pressure ulcers amongst patients with different levels of SCI.
Attitude And Perception Of Physical Therapists Towards Multidisciplinary Team Aproach In Stroke Rehabilitation, Muhammad Naveed Babur, Shiasta Habibullah, Anam Aftab
Attitude And Perception Of Physical Therapists Towards Multidisciplinary Team Aproach In Stroke Rehabilitation, Muhammad Naveed Babur, Shiasta Habibullah, Anam Aftab
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Stroke is a long term disability in developing countries which is considered as major economic burden on part of Health care system. In developing countries multidisciplinary team approach for stroke rehabilitation is emerging in tertiary care hospitals and has considerably increased the chance of early independence, fast recovery and maximum outcome in daily activities of life. Objective: Objective of the study was to evaluate the attitude and perception of physical therapists towards multidisciplinary team approach working in stroke rehabilitation.
Concurrent Intracranial Chloromas And Leukemia Cutis In Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Ateeque Ahmed Khan, Mahnoor Hafeez
Concurrent Intracranial Chloromas And Leukemia Cutis In Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Ateeque Ahmed Khan, Mahnoor Hafeez
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Granulocytic sarcoma (chloroma) is an extramedullary solid tumor composed of immature white blood cells. Most common involvement sites are bone, periostium, soft tissue, lymph nodes and skin. Intracranial granulocytic sarcoma rarely occurs in meningeal or parenchymal form1. We report the of concurrent occurrence of intracranial chloromas and leukemia cutis in 26 years old male patient, known case of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia for 3 years [+ve Philadelphia (Ph) chromosome in bone marrow cells] who now presented to the Civil Hospital Karachi with continuous headache and multiple cutaneous nodules all over the body for last 2 months. The CT exam of the …
Stroke As A First Presentation Of Malignancy, Farheen Niazi, Puneet Kakar, Ratneshwari Jha, Reena Dhami, Farook Edoo
Stroke As A First Presentation Of Malignancy, Farheen Niazi, Puneet Kakar, Ratneshwari Jha, Reena Dhami, Farook Edoo
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Stroke is a frequent complication in patients with cancer occurring in nearly 15% of the cases. However cerebrovascular disease as the first presentation of malignancy has rarely been reported. We report two such cases who were admitted with acute stroke but were later on found to be having malignancy. Routine workup was unrewarding in both patients. Both patients developed pulmonary embolism as well during hospital stay suggesting hypercoagulable state as likely etiology. Reaching to the final diagnosis was an arduous journey but can help guide other clinicians facing similar cases. Non Hodgkins B cell lymphoma and Carcinoma Gall bladder were …
Nmda Encephalitis In An Elderly With Poor Prognosis, Farheen Niazi, Abdul Hameed, Tariq Hussain, Sarah Faiz, Hassan Atique
Nmda Encephalitis In An Elderly With Poor Prognosis, Farheen Niazi, Abdul Hameed, Tariq Hussain, Sarah Faiz, Hassan Atique
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
We present a case of a 65 years old man from Islamabad who presented with six months history of psychiatric and behavioural symptoms, significant weight loss. Later on he developed difficulty swallowing and altered sensorium. This was followed by an episode of shortness of breath leading to respiratory arrest, followed by ICU stay on ventilator support, then developed focal deficit in form of left sided weakness, dysautonomia, bradycardia leading to cardiac arrest and another cardiopulmonary resuscitation, myoclonic jerks, orofacial dyskinesias, status epilepticus, coma ultimately resulting in death of the patient. Patient was found to be NMDA receptor antibody positive. CT …
Rescue-Icp Trial, Muhammad Waqas, Muhammad Shahzad Shamim
Rescue-Icp Trial, Muhammad Waqas, Muhammad Shahzad Shamim
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Trial of Decompressive Craniectomy for Traumatic Intracranial Hypertension Peter J. Hutchinson, Angelos G. Kolias, Ivan S. Timofeev, Elizabeth A. Corteen, Marek Czosnyka, and other RESCUEicp Trial Collaborators N Engl J Med 2016; 375:1119-1130September 22, 2016DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa1605215
Brief Report On 16th International Neurology Update And Joint Phs, Pss & Mdsp Conference, Abdul Malik
Brief Report On 16th International Neurology Update And Joint Phs, Pss & Mdsp Conference, Abdul Malik
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Keeping up to date with new developments in medicine is a real challenge. But it's a challenge all neurologists must take if they are to do justice to their patients and aim for superior clinical expertise. Although neurology specialty is in growing stage & by the Grace of Almighty in last decade neurology bodies showed remarkable development to strengthen and continuing the training & development for the undergraduates, graduates & postgraduates in Pakistan. This year it was also unique precedence that in Karachi, national neurology body jointly organized four days conference with three sub-specialties national organizations.
Neurological Health Profile In Pakistan – A Health Systems Based Needs Assessment, Tauhid Awan, Arsalan Ahmad, Ather Javed, Mohammad Wasay, Muhammad Babar Khan, Haroon Awan
Neurological Health Profile In Pakistan – A Health Systems Based Needs Assessment, Tauhid Awan, Arsalan Ahmad, Ather Javed, Mohammad Wasay, Muhammad Babar Khan, Haroon Awan
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
The aims of our study were to develop a neurological health profile in Pakistan from a health systems perspective, ascertain the readiness of neurology with regards to Sustainable Development Goals, and proffer recommendations for policy advocacy and planning in neurology.
Association Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Children With Febrile Convulsions, Vikash Lal, Haresh Kumar, Shahina Hanif, Om Parkash, Suneel Arwani
Association Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Children With Febrile Convulsions, Vikash Lal, Haresh Kumar, Shahina Hanif, Om Parkash, Suneel Arwani
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
:To determine the association of iron deficiency anemia in children presented with febrile convulsion. Study Design: Case control study Setting: The pediatric unit III,Civil Hospital,Karachi. Duration: Six months from 30th April 2013 to 1st November 2013 Material and Methods: History regarding age, sex, developmental milestones, family history of febrile seizures or epilepsy, mean of the temperature peak at admission, and the underlying illness were recorded for all cases and controls, as well as details of seizure history, duration and frequency. Blood samples were collected in the Paediatric wardsfor measurements of hemoglobin, serum ferritin, MCV, MCH and MCHC, serum electrolytes, serum …
Brainstem Tuberculoma As A Manifestation Of Paradoxical Reaction In A Patient With Tuberculous Meningitis., Farheen Niazi, Mazhar Badshah
Brainstem Tuberculoma As A Manifestation Of Paradoxical Reaction In A Patient With Tuberculous Meningitis., Farheen Niazi, Mazhar Badshah
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Tuberculosis commonly involves the CNS, During drug treatment of CNS tuberculosis paradoxical response (PR) may occasionally occur. The term “paradoxicalresponse”refers to the development of previously nonexistent tuberculosis lesions or worsening of preexisting lesions during antituberculosis treatment( ATT). Etiology is still not clear but delayed type hypersensitivity and alteration in immune system is thought to be a cause. Continued treatment improves PR without severe sequelae. We report a 41 year-old female patient with tuberculous meningitis(TBM) who developed brainstem tuberculomaduring the course of ATT, after about 9 months of treatment as a paradoxical response to ATT. Early identification, continuation of ATT with …
“More Than Meets The Eye” Non Secretory Myeloma Presenting As Cidp In A Patient With Longstanding Diabetic Polyneuropathy. A Diagnostic And Therapeutic Challenge., Farheen Niazi, Arsalan Ahmad
“More Than Meets The Eye” Non Secretory Myeloma Presenting As Cidp In A Patient With Longstanding Diabetic Polyneuropathy. A Diagnostic And Therapeutic Challenge., Farheen Niazi, Arsalan Ahmad
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Diagnosing chronic inflammatory polyradiculopathy in patients with pre-existing diabetic sensorimotor polyneuropathy is a diagnostic challenge. We present a case of a 69 years old who presented with weakness of legs for two months,he was diagnosed as having CIDP on the background of diabetic sensorimotor polyneuropathy, further and extensive workup revealed the final diagnosis of nonsecretory myeloma. Diagnosing non secretory myeloma is itself a diagnostic challenge and usually first line investigations for the workup of myeloma are negative as was the case in our patient. Our patient with CIDP had raised free light chains of kappa which made the final diagnosis …
An Overview Of Pathophysiology, Assessment And Management Strategies Of Post Stroke Shoulder Subluxation, Sarah Razaq, Farooq Azam Rathore
An Overview Of Pathophysiology, Assessment And Management Strategies Of Post Stroke Shoulder Subluxation, Sarah Razaq, Farooq Azam Rathore
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Shoulder subluxation is a common complication after stroke. It can result in soft tissue damage, stretching of the joint capsule, rotator cuff injury, and in some cases pain. An estimated 17-81 % of stroke patients have shoulder subluxation. It limits the use of affected extremity in addition to the weakness resulting from stroke itself. It can delay the neurological recovery in hemiplegic stroke patients. The etiology is multifactorial and the underlying mechanisms alongwith its association with shoulder pain are not clearly understood. This makes management of post stroke shoulder- subluxation a challenge for stroke management team. This review provides an …
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of Intracranial Extramedullary Haematopoiesis In Β-Thalassemia: A Case Report, Mahnoor Hafeez, Ateeque Ahmed Khan
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of Intracranial Extramedullary Haematopoiesis In Β-Thalassemia: A Case Report, Mahnoor Hafeez, Ateeque Ahmed Khan
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
We report the Magnetic Resonance Imaging of intracranial extramedullaryhematopoiesis in 21 years old β-thalassemic patient who presented to the Neurology Department of Civil Hospital Karachi with seizures. The MR exam revealed multiple intracranialextra-axial masses;isointense on T1W sequence and hypointenseon T1W, T2W, FLAIR, DWI sequence and ADC (b value= 1000 sec/mm2) with avid post contrast enhancement. Plain CT of the Head documented the presence of multiple hyperdenseextra-axial masses with mean value of 45 HU. Extramedullary hematopoiesis is the formation and development of blood cells in tissues outside of the medulla of the bone. The most common sites of involvement are the …
In-Hospital Outcome In Patients With Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage (Ich), Faraz Ahmed, Mazhar Badshah, Sumaira Nabi
In-Hospital Outcome In Patients With Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage (Ich), Faraz Ahmed, Mazhar Badshah, Sumaira Nabi
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is associated with a high in-hospital mortality and morbidity. One radiological parameter which was found significant in predicting mortality was the presence of hydrocephalus on CT brain (plain). The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of hydrocephalus in patients with spontaneous ICH and to determine the in-hospital outcome in patients of spontaneous ICH with hydrocephalus.MATERIALS AND METHODS: This was a descriptive case series carried out in Department of Neurology, Pakistan institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad from December 30, 2013 to June 29, 2014. All patients who meet the inclusion criteria were selected for …
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Epilepsy Among Schoolteachers In Pakistan, Syed Wasim Akhtar Wasim Akhtar, Zarine Mogal
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Epilepsy Among Schoolteachers In Pakistan, Syed Wasim Akhtar Wasim Akhtar, Zarine Mogal
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) concerning epilepsy among schoolteachers in Pakistan. No such study has previously been conducted in this country and results would help formulate a comprehensive plan of action to address this important issue.
The Rise And Rise Of Neurosurgery: Academic Journey Of A Young Department In A Developing Country, Muhammad Shahzad Shamim, Hamid Hussain Rai Hussain Rai
The Rise And Rise Of Neurosurgery: Academic Journey Of A Young Department In A Developing Country, Muhammad Shahzad Shamim, Hamid Hussain Rai Hussain Rai
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
The Section of Neurosurgery, part of the Department of Surgery, and the Mind and Brain Service Line at the Aga Khan University Hospital Karachi, has come a long way since its recognition in mid-90s. Although the program itself was recognized in late 90’s and the first resident graduated in 2004, it wasn't until 2008 that it assumed its current shape of a formal, structured training program. Currently it has six full-time faculty members, one part-time faculty member, two instructors, and a team of 12 residents. Following are few of the innovations introduced within the program over the last few years.
Awareness About The Signs, Symptoms And The Risk Factors Of Stroke In Patients With Stroke: A Multicentre Study, Nausheen Farooq, Haider Darain
Awareness About The Signs, Symptoms And The Risk Factors Of Stroke In Patients With Stroke: A Multicentre Study, Nausheen Farooq, Haider Darain
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
The aim of this survey was to determine the levels of awareness regarding symptoms, warning signs and risk factors of stroke in patients with stroke. For the latter purpose, a total of 500 participants who had stroke were recruited from four different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Patients who were already diagnosed by physicians with either type of stroke (haemorrhagic and ischemic) were included in this trial. Data was collected through a questionnaire and was analysed in SPSS version 20. Both male and female population were included in this study. The minimum age for the patients to be included was …
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage:Unusual Situations Leading To Sah And Underlying Principles Of Physics Behind Its Complications, Ali Zohair Nomani, Sumaira Nabi
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage:Unusual Situations Leading To Sah And Underlying Principles Of Physics Behind Its Complications, Ali Zohair Nomani, Sumaira Nabi
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Multiple authors have identified the most unusual novel associations as precipitant factors of subarachnoid hemorrhage and the knowledge of these and pathogenesis in background is necessary to suspect and therefore timely diagnose subarachnoid bleed and understand the mechanism of its subsequent complications. Objective: We herein describe unusual causes of subarachnoid bleed reported in various case reports with a comprehensive but elaborative review describing underlying pathogenesis and physiological mechanisms behind these precipitants and complications. Evidence Review: We sorted unusual causes of subarachnoid hemorrhage from literature review. By conducting meticulous scrutinization on search engines likePubmed®, Medline ®, Medline Plus ®, PubMed Central …
Adem, Diagnostic Dilemma, A Tertiary Care Hospital Experience:, Rajesh Kumar, Hazim Brohi
Adem, Diagnostic Dilemma, A Tertiary Care Hospital Experience:, Rajesh Kumar, Hazim Brohi
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is an uncommon inflammatory demyelinating disease of the central nervous system that usually occurs following a viral infection or vaccination, bacterial or parasitic infection, or even spontaneously. ADEM is a monophasic; poly symptomatic disorder but it may present with various combinations of motor, sensory, visual and cognitive symptoms. Some case reports of ADEM presented as psychiatric disorders primarily as confusion psychosis and at times dissociative disorder. At times, the diagnosis becomes a dilemma due to multifaceted picture. Due to confusion physician may go to extreme range of tests with no specific conclusion. Debates regarding exact diagnosis …
Preventing Stroke At Door Step– Need For A Paradigm Shift In Delivery Of Preventive Healthcare, Ismail A. Khatri, Saad Farooq, Muneeza A. Khatri
Preventing Stroke At Door Step– Need For A Paradigm Shift In Delivery Of Preventive Healthcare, Ismail A. Khatri, Saad Farooq, Muneeza A. Khatri
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Although stroke is a preventable disease, it is increasing globally. Only few risk factors are responsible for much of the leading noncommunicable diseases, yet those remain poorly controlled, despite being the most affordable way of promoting health and preventing disease [1]. Lifestyle modification including cessation of smoking, making aerobic physical activity a routine, certain changes in diet, and aggressive management of risk factors are all part of stroke prevention strategies [2].
Neuroradiology In Tuberculous Meningitisdiagnostic Significance And Prognostic Value., Sumaira Nabi, Mazhar Badshah, Shahzad Ahmed, Ali Zohair Nomani, Irfanullah Khattak
Neuroradiology In Tuberculous Meningitisdiagnostic Significance And Prognostic Value., Sumaira Nabi, Mazhar Badshah, Shahzad Ahmed, Ali Zohair Nomani, Irfanullah Khattak
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is the most common and belligerent form of CNS TB.Prompt definitive diagnosis of TBM is arduous due to tedious microbiological procedures. This study was conducted to evaluate the neuroradiological findings in patients with TBM as a modality forearly diagnoses and predicting prognosis. Materials and methods: A successive series of 100 patients diagnosed with TBM admitted to the PIMS neurology ward were studied between March 2013 and April 2014. Cranial imaging results were obtained by non-contrast enhanced CT brain (NECT) and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) brain with contrast. MRC staging on admission and in-hospital mortality were recorded.Results: The …
Frequency Of Cranial Autonomic Symptoms (Cas) In Migraine Patients, Sadaf Nasir, Naureen Abrar, Khalid Sher, Shahnaz Shahnaz
Frequency Of Cranial Autonomic Symptoms (Cas) In Migraine Patients, Sadaf Nasir, Naureen Abrar, Khalid Sher, Shahnaz Shahnaz
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Of all the painful states that afflict humans, headache is undoubtedly the most frequent and common reason for seeking medical help. Headache has over 300 different types and different etiologies; migraine is one of them and continues being an under diagnosed condition in many of cases as it can be accompanied by symptoms commonly associated with other causes of facial pain. Out of 28 million people in USA who have history of headache and symptoms which mimic the typical migraine only 48% are diagnosed of migraine.
Neuromyelitis Optica (Devic’S Disease) In A 10 Years Old Boy., Dr.Farida Jan, Amber Shabir, Shahnaz Ibrahim
Neuromyelitis Optica (Devic’S Disease) In A 10 Years Old Boy., Dr.Farida Jan, Amber Shabir, Shahnaz Ibrahim
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) also known as Devic’s disease is an acute demyelinating disorder combined with optic neuritis and transverse myelitis.A 10 years old boy presented in the ER with the complaints of fever and back pain for past 10 days and inability to walk for 6-7 days. He had developed urinary retention and constipation for the past 5 days along with abdominal distension. There was also blurring of vision in the left eye with only light perception and rapid afferent papillary defect was present while the right eye was normal. The provisional diagnosis was Transverse myelitis vsNeuromyelitisoptica (NMO). CSF revealed …
Surgical Outcome Of Benign Intracranial Hypertension In Terms Of Improvement In Vision, Naeem Ul Haq, Naseer Hassan, Muhammad Ishaq, Muhammad Usman
Surgical Outcome Of Benign Intracranial Hypertension In Terms Of Improvement In Vision, Naeem Ul Haq, Naseer Hassan, Muhammad Ishaq, Muhammad Usman
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
To know about surgical outcome of benign intracranial hypertension in terms of improvement of vision.METHODOLOGY ; This Prospective observational study was conducted at of 22 patients operated in neurosurgery unit lady reading hospital Peshawar from Jan 2011 to Jun2014. Written consent was obtained from all the patients or their relatives All patients of either age and sex with Diagnosed cases of BIH were included in the study, Patients with depressed conscious level, malignant hypertension, space occupying lesion in brain on MRI and those Patients unfit or unwilling for surgery were excluded from the study. Patients particulars like age ,gender , …
Salmonella Meningitis A Rare Presentation In Adult, Saira Naeem,, Shobha Luxmi,, Anum Latif
Salmonella Meningitis A Rare Presentation In Adult, Saira Naeem,, Shobha Luxmi,, Anum Latif
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
Salmonella is a leading cause of food-borne infections worldwide. There are more than 2500 different serovars of salmonella enterica found to date, causing primarily gastroenteritis. However, the infection may occur elsewhere and produce characteristic clinical syndromes. Meningitis is a rare complication that occurs in less than 1% of clinical salmonellosis.
Two Cases Of Hyperkalemia Presenting As Acute Demyelinating Polyneuropathy: Clinical And Electrophysiological Reversibility With In 72 Hours With Potassium Correction., Waseem Tariq, Arsalan Ahmad,Md
Two Cases Of Hyperkalemia Presenting As Acute Demyelinating Polyneuropathy: Clinical And Electrophysiological Reversibility With In 72 Hours With Potassium Correction., Waseem Tariq, Arsalan Ahmad,Md
Pakistan Journal of Neurological Sciences (PJNS)
GullianBarre syndrome (GBS) is the most common cause of acute flaccid paralysis.Hypokalemia can present with flaccid paralysis and nerve conduction studies show axonal neuropathy.Here we present two cases who were initially admitted with suspicion of GBS but later on baseline investigations showed very high serumpotassium and in both cases nerve conduction showed acute demyelinating polyneuropathy.They were admitted in high dependency units and urgent dialysis was done.In first case NCS were repeated 72 hours of correction of hyperkalemia and they showed significant improvement. In second patient NCSwere repeated after 24 hours and they showed mild improvement in all parameters.