Back to Search Start Over

Pure T7 sensory level as an isolated manifestation of Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Authors :
Alfahad TB
Kelly JJ
Source :
Journal of clinical neuromuscular disease [J Clin Neuromuscul Dis] 2014 Mar; Vol. 15 (3), pp. 102-4.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Introduction: Truncal sensory level (TSL) is a localizing sign for spinal cord pathology. However, in rare instances, lesions higher up in the spinothalamic tract can cause TSL.<br />Case Report: A 26-year-old woman presented with numbness from waist down with a T7 TSL on examination with negative spine magnetic resonance imaging. Later, the patient developed the full picture of Guillain-Barré syndrome confirmed with electrophysiological testing.<br />Conclusion: TSL can localize to the nerve roots and can be an early manifestation of Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1537-1611
Volume :
15
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of clinical neuromuscular disease
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
24534831
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/CND.0000000000000017