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D Barragan-Martinez1, N Nunez-Enamorado1, M Berenguer-Potenciano1
1Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Espana.
Revista De Neurologia
|December 22, 2016
Summary
Acute cerebellitis can cause unusual language disorders in infants, extending beyond typical symptoms like ataxia. Recognizing these diverse presentations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management of this challenging condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Neurology
- Neuroscience
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Acute cerebellitis is a primary cause of cerebellar syndrome in infants.
- Common symptoms include headache and ataxia, but less frequent manifestations like language disorders also occur.
- Language disorders in acute cerebellitis can present uniquely, challenging clinical diagnosis, especially when ataxia is absent.
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