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Acute SSPE.

D H Gilden, L B Rorke, R Tanaka

    Archives of Neurology
    |September 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) can present as acute fulminant encephalitis. Clinicians should consider SSPE in the differential diagnosis of acute viral encephalitis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Pathology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Acute viral encephalitis is a serious neurological condition.
    • Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a rare, progressive complication of measles infection.

    Observation:

    • Two patients presented with acute fulminant encephalitis.
    • These patients exhibited pathological changes characteristic of SSPE.

    Findings:

    • The clinical presentation and pathology in these cases suggest SSPE can mimic acute viral encephalitis.
    • This highlights the importance of considering SSPE in specific diagnostic scenarios.

    Implications:

    • SSPE should be included in the differential diagnosis for acute viral encephalitis, especially in endemic areas or with a history of measles.
    • Early recognition of SSPE is crucial for potential management strategies and understanding disease progression.