Subirós RM, Vindas GS, Espinoza RD, Brian GR

Language: Spanish
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ABSTRACT

Transverse myelitis is an acute or sub-acute neurological syndrome in which the spinal cord is affected. There are disturbances in sensory nerves, motor nerves and autonomic nervous system attributed to demyelination lesions of the spinal cord, which produce significant functional outcomes. Its incidence is very low and possesses a diverse etiology associated with infections, neoplasic diseases, systemic and unknown causes. In order to determine whether or not a patient has this condition having a previous clinical suspicion, neuroimages and lumbar puncture may be required. We report a case of an acute transverse myelitis following wasp sting that was diagnosed and treated at National Children’s Hospital.

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