Guillain-Barré Syndrome with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Rajeswari, Binitha; Krishnan, Syam; Sarada, C; Kusumakumary, Parukuttyamma

Guillain-Barré Syndrome with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

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Date

2013-08

Authors

Rajeswari, Binitha

Krishnan, Syam

Sarada, C

Kusumakumary, Parukuttyamma

Abstract

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is rarely reported in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and may be difficult to differentiate from vincristine induced neuropathy. We report two children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia on induction chemotherapy who developed GBS. The diagnostic issues and potential pathogenic mechanisms underlying GBS in pediatric patients with ALL are discussed.

Keywords

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Chemotherapy, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, Vincristine

Citation

Rajeswari Binitha, Krishnan Syam, Sarada C, Kusumakumary Parukuttyamma. Guillain-Barré Syndrome with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Indian Pediatrics. 2013 August; 50(8): 791-792.

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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/169936

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