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Herpes simplex virus encephalitis in children.

S Kohl1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Medical School, Houston.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|June 1, 1988
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Herpes simplex encephalitis (HSE) in children presents with nonspecific symptoms but often progresses to focal neurological signs. Early treatment with acyclovir is crucial for reducing severe outcomes in pediatric HSE cases.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neurovirology

Background:

  • Herpes simplex encephalitis (HSE) is a rare but severe neurological condition.
  • Pediatric cases constitute a significant portion (25-30%) of HSE diagnoses.
  • Initial symptoms are often non-specific, complicating early recognition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the diagnostic approach and management strategies for pediatric herpes simplex encephalitis.
  • To emphasize the importance of timely and appropriate treatment for improving patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentation, diagnostic tools (CSF analysis, EEG, MRI), and treatment protocols for HSE in children.
  • Discussion of the role of ancillary tests and brain biopsy in diagnosis.

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  • Highlighting the efficacy of acyclovir in managing HSE.

    • Main Results:

    • Over 90% of HSE cases show cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) abnormalities.
    • Diagnostic imaging (EEG, CT, MRI) aids in identifying focal encephalitis.
    • Brain biopsy confirms HSE in 33-55% of cases and identifies other treatable conditions in 10-20%.

    Conclusions:

    • Prompt administration of broad-spectrum antimicrobial therapy and acyclovir is essential for suspected focal encephalitis in children.
    • Acyclovir is the gold standard treatment for HSE, significantly reducing mortality and morbidity.
    • Optimal management necessitates a multidisciplinary team in a tertiary intensive care setting.