Abstract
Acute paralysis in adults has an extensive assortment of etiologies. Guillian-Barré syndrome is the most common cause of acute neuropathy in adults. This review emphasizes pathophysiology, clinical features, differential diagnosis, and a practical approach to the laboratory work-up for patients with suspected Guillian-Barré syndrome. The current status of immunotherapy is reviewed.
MeSH terms
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Adrenal Cortex Hormones / administration & dosage
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Adult
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Critical Care
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Humans
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Immunization, Passive
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Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / diagnosis
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Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / etiology*
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Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / therapy
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Plasma Exchange
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Polyneuropathies / diagnosis
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Polyneuropathies / etiology*
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Polyneuropathies / therapy
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Polyradiculoneuropathy / diagnosis
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Polyradiculoneuropathy / etiology*
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Polyradiculoneuropathy / therapy