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ABSTRACT Acute intermittent porphyria is a rare disorder causing neurotoxic precursor accumulation and severe neurological complications. We report a case progressing to tetraplegia and respiratory failure with delayed diagnosis. Treatment with hemin and givosiran resulted in prevention of attacks and functional recovery, highlighting the importance of
Natália Rebeca Alves de Araújo Karpejany +7 more
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Porphyria cutanea tarda belongs to the group of porphyrias. Porphyria is a heme disorder caused by an acquired or congenital defect of hepatic enzymes. This consequently leads to the accumulation of porphyrins in various organs.
Marcela Nowak +3 more
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ABSTRACT In COVID‐associated acute neuropathy with abdominal pain, seizures, hyponatremia, hypertension, or hepatic involvement, suspected acute intermittent porphyria should prompt both early PBG/ALA testing and immediate porphyria‐safe medication review to avoid worsening neurovisceral attacks before diagnostic confirmation.
Muhammad Abdullah Awan
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ABSTRACT Background Anti‐dipeptidyl‐peptidase‐like protein 6 encephalitis (DPPXE) is an exceptionally rare form of autoimmune encephalitis characterized by a highly heterogeneous clinical phenotype. Methods In this study, we report a Chinese patient presenting with severe abdominal pain as a prominent symptom; furthermore, we conducted a systematic ...
Difang Shi +7 more
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ABSTRACT A 50‐year‐old female patient was referred to our department for consultation regarding perioperative management of breast cancer surgery. She had a history of photosensitivity since childhood and was diagnosed with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) during her first pregnancy.
Fumika Tateishi +5 more
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Background Agitation is common and impacts negatively on people with dementia and carers. Non-drug patient-centred care is first-line treatment, but we need other treatment when this fails.
Sube Banerjee +23 more
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Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome: A narrative review
Abstract Objectives/Background This review summarizes current insights into Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) diagnosis, management, and outcomes. RCVS is a cerebrovascular disorder characterized by recurrent thunderclap headaches and transient segmental vasoconstriction of cerebral arteries, typically resolving within 3 months ...
Ícaro Araújo de Sousa +7 more
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ABSTRACT Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a rare but severe neurological complication associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and HELLP syndrome. We report a postpartum case in which neurological manifestations preceded the full biochemical expression of HELLP syndrome. A 22‐year‐old primigravida was admitted at 36 + 0
Dario Colacurci +19 more
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Atypical Guillain‐Barré Syndrome Preceding Icteric Hepatitis A: A Diagnostic Challenge—A Case Report
ABSTRACT Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS) is an acute immune‐mediated neuropathy typically triggered by infections. Rarely, it may precede acute hepatitis A (HAV), creating diagnostic challenges. We report a 32‐year‐old male presenting with ascending weakness and tingling in limbs without initial hepatic symptoms.
Asem Afana +4 more
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