Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome with subacute sclerosing panencephalitis

Pediatr Neurol. 2012 Nov;47(5):379-81. doi: 10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2012.06.020.

Abstract

A 7-year-old boy with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, receiving antiretroviral drugs for 2 years, presented with a recent onset of myoclonic jerks and cognitive deterioration. On examination, he manifested myoclonic jerks once every 10-15 seconds. His electroencephalogram indicated periodic complexes, and his cerebrospinal fluid tested positive for measles antibodies.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / complications*
  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / diagnosis*
  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / physiopathology
  • Child
  • Electroencephalography
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis / complications*
  • Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis / diagnosis*
  • Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis / physiopathology