چكيده لاتين :
The Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is characterized by the acute onset of rapidly
progressive, symmetric muscle weaknesswith absent or decreased deep tendon
reflexes. GBS is the most common cause of acute flaccid paralysis in childhood,
with an incidence of 0.6-4 per 100000 population per year. The clinical features
are distinct and obtaining patientיs history and conducting an examination
generally lead to the diagnosis that can be confirmed by supportive laboratory
tests and electrodiagnostic studies. The major considerations in differential
diagnosis include transverse myelities, toxic neuropathy, tick paralysis, infantile
butolism and myasthenia gravis. Although most children with GBS have a
relatively benign clinical course, some become quite ill and require intubation
with intensive care monitoring .Immunomodulating treatment should be used
for any child who loses the ability to walk.
