Key result
Among patients referred for late effects of polio, post-polio syndrome was diagnosed in 26%, and an additional 53% had other polio-related loss of function.
Population
85 patients aged 47-91 years referred to the Department of Neurology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen…
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May support targeted neurological evaluation in referred patients; leaves open optimal screening and management strategies.
Observational (n=85)
No
The majority of polio patients seeking hospital care experience new loss of function due to polio-related disorders, highlighting the need for careful neurological examination.
Farbu et al. (2003) conducted an observational in Late effects of polio (n=85). Previous polio was evaluated on Symptoms and loss of function. Among patients referred for late effects of polio, post-polio syndrome was diagnosed in 26%, and an additional 53% had other polio-related loss of function.
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