A Case Series of Adult-Onset Rasmussen's Encephalitis: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges.
A Case Series of Adult-Onset Rasmussen's Encephalitis: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges.
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DOI:
10.3389/fneur.2017.00564
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发表时间:
2017
影响因子:
3.4
通讯作者:
Lado FA
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作者:
Castellano JF;Meyer JA;Lado FA
Rasmussen’s encephalitis (RE) is a rare neurologic disorder characterized by progressive cerebral hemiatrophy and medically refractory epilepsy. The majority of current literature on this topic is focused on the pediatric population. In this case series, we will review three cases of adult-onset RE, as defined by fulfillment of the 2005 Bien criteria. The diagnostic challenge of characterizing this rare disease will be highlighted by the extensive serum, CSF, and pathologic sampling in all three patients. MR imaging and EEG data will be examined over time to characterize hallmark findings as well as progression. In addition, we will review the various forms of therapy attempted in these three patients, namely anti-epileptic drug therapy and immunomodulatory therapy. We will also utilize this case series to critically evaluate the broader context of atypical presentations of this disease and the value of current diagnostic criteria.
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