Measles with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM).

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2009-01-31
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We report a seven year old male with measles associated acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) despite having received measles vaccination in infancy. The diagnosis was based on serum antimeasles antibodies and MRI brain. The patient was managed with high dose corticosteroids along with supportive measures. There was a complete neurologically and physica recovery.
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Chowdhary J, Ashraf SM, Khajuria K. Measles with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM). Indian Pediatrics. 2009 Jan; 46(1): 72-4
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/11984
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Indian Pediatrics