Guillain-Barré syndrome in child with prolong intubation

Indian J Med Sci. 2010 Jul;64(7):325-8.

Abstract

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an acute demyelinating disorder of the peripheral nervous system that results from an aberrant immune response directed at peripheral nerves. A typical GBS patient presents with rapidly ascending symmetrical weakness, which may progress to respiratory failure in 30% of patients. There are no definite criteria exists in GBS in children regarding prolonged ventilation. Here we report a child of GBS requiring prolonged intubation and ventilation for 60 days who afterward had a complete recovery. We present this case to highlight the importance that even in children prolonged intubation and ventilation of GBS case prognosis can be good.

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome / complications*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Respiration, Artificial*
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / etiology*
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / therapy*
  • Time Factors
  • Ventilator Weaning