Fine Motor Outcomes in Children with Guillain-Barré Syndrome
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Most children with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) recover, but some experience long-term motor deficits affecting daily activities. Early monitoring of these persistent GBS sequelae is crucial for improving quality of life.
Area Of Science
- Pediatric Neurology
- Neuromuscular Disorders
Background
- Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune disorder affecting the peripheral nervous system.
- While many children recover, long-term motor outcomes require further investigation.
Purpose Of The Study
- To assess the motor outcomes in children with GBS at 6-month and 1-year follow-up.
- To identify persistent motor deficits and their impact on daily activities.
Main Methods
- An ambispective study involving children diagnosed with GBS.
- Motor function was evaluated using the Hughes Guillain-Barré Syndrome Disability Score (GBSDS) and Overall Neuropathy Limitations Scale (ONLS) at discharge, 6 months, and 1 year.
Main Results
- Of 52 children, significant motor deficits (GBSDS ≥ 2) persisted in 19.2% at 1 year.
- At discharge, 46.2% had arm score > 2 and 86.5% had leg score > 2 on ONLS.
- By 1 year, arm and leg scores improved, but 7.7% and 9.7% respectively still showed limitations.
Conclusions
- Complete recovery is common, but long-term fine motor impairments can affect daily life in children with GBS.
- Early identification and monitoring of persistent motor deficits are essential for optimizing quality of life.
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