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His brain is on FIRES.
- Source :
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Journal of Neurology . Sep2024, Vol. 271 Issue 9, p6382-6387. 6p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This article discusses a case of a 13-year-old boy who developed Febrile Infection-Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES) after contracting COVID-19. FIRES is a subtype of New-Onset Refractory Status Epilepticus (NORSE) characterized by new-onset status epilepticus without a clear cause. The boy was treated with Anakinra, a medication used for rheumatologic conditions, and showed a rapid response with seizure control. The article highlights the potential use of Anakinra in COVID-19-associated FIRES and the importance of early treatment. It also mentions the presence of the "claustrum sign" on imaging, which is a biomarker for FIRES. [Extracted from the article]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03405354
- Volume :
- 271
- Issue :
- 9
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Neurology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 179459351
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00415-024-12539-2