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Farah Thabet1, Abir Daya2, Seifeddine Zayani1
1Pediatric Department, Fattouma Bourguiba University Hospital, Monastir, Tunisia; University of Medicine of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia.
Abstract:
The etiology of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) has yet to be determined. Viral link has been suggested, but severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)-associated AFM has not been reported in children. We describe a three-year-old boy, with AFM associated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. In the era of COVID-19 pandemic, patients with AFM should be tested for SARS-CoV-2.
Insights
Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) etiology is unknown. This study reports a rare case of AFM in a child with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection, suggesting SARS-CoV-2 testing for AFM patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pediatrics
Background:
- The exact cause of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) remains undetermined, posing a significant diagnostic challenge.
- While viral etiologies are suspected, a direct association between severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and AFM has not been previously documented in pediatric cases.
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