Neuroinfluenza: evaluation of seasonal influenza associated severe neurological complications in children (a multicenter study)

Paksu M. S. , ASLAN K., Kendirli T., Akyildiz B. N. , YENER N., YILDIZDAŞ R. D. , ...More

CHILDS NERVOUS SYSTEM, vol.34, no.2, pp.335-347, 2018 (Journal Indexed in SCI) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 34 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2018
  • Doi Number: 10.1007/s00381-017-3554-3
  • Title of Journal : CHILDS NERVOUS SYSTEM
  • Page Numbers: pp.335-347

Abstract

Purpose Although influenza primarily affects the respiratory system, in some cases, it can cause severe neurological complications. Younger children are especially at risk. Pediatric literature is limited on the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of influenza-related neurological complications. The aim of the study was to evaluate children who suffered severe neurological manifestation as a result of seasonal influenza infection.