Why the study?
Biennial rises in acute flaccid myelitis have brought attention to this rare condition, and guidance was needed for emergency physicians to recognize and manage affected children.
This review provides guidance for emergency physicians on recognizing, diagnosing, and managing acute flaccid myelitis in children.
Supports clinician awareness of acute flaccid myelitis; leaves open prospective validation of guidance.
Since 2014, biennial rises in acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) have brought attention to this rare but debilitating condition. Children with AFM typically present with acute onset, flaccid weakness accompanied by longitudinally extensive gray matter injury demonstrated on magnetic resonance imaging. A clearer understanding of the epidemiology and suspected pathogenesis of AFM may result in increased recognition. The purpose of this review article is to guide emergency physicians in recognizing key clinical features, initiating diagnostic evaluation and providing appropriate interventions for children with suspected AFM.
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