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[Ischemic stroke caused by neuroborreliosis]
C Laroche1, A Lienhardt, J Boulesteix
1Service de pédiatrie II, CHU Dupuytren, Limoges, France.
Summary
Pediatric ischemic stroke is uncommon, often with unknown causes. This case highlights neuroborreliosis as a treatable cause, emphasizing cerebrospinal fluid analysis for diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Ischemic stroke in children is a rare condition with frequently unknown etiologies.
- Identifying treatable causes is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Observation:
- A nine-year-old boy presented with a right ischemic lenticular stroke.
- The stroke was diagnosed as being caused by neuroborreliosis.
Findings:
- Prompt antibiotic treatment led to a good clinical outcome for the patient.
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis proved to be a valuable diagnostic marker for neuroborreliosis.
Implications:
- Neuroborreliosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pediatric ischemic stroke.
- Early detection and treatment of neuroborreliosis can prevent long-term neurological deficits in children.