Document Type
Article
Department
Paediatrics and Child Health (East Africa)
Abstract
Background: Acute necrotizing encephalopathy is a rare, severe neurological condition, characterized by symmetrical necrotic brain lesions affecting the thalamus, cerebral white matter, brain stem, and cerebellum. Diagnosis relies on characteristic clinical and radiological features.
Methodology: We describe a 10-month-old female infant presenting with multiple seizures following a brief febrile upper respiratory illness.
Findings: MRI of the brain showed bilateral symmetrical abnormal signal intensities involving both thalami and caudate nucleus, consistent with ANE. Management of ANE is symptom-related but high-dose steroids and IVIG have been used.
Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of recognizing ANE beyond its usual geographic distribution. Early recognition and prompt management help improve outcomes.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.106/j.radcr.2024.09.149
Recommended Citation
Ngowi, E.,
Juneja, Z.,
Gabone, J.,
Bulimba, M.,
Ebrahim, M.,
Abdallah, Y.
(2023). Acute necrotizing encephalopathy in an infant: A case report.
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https://ecommons.aku.edu/eastafrica_fhs_mc_paediatr_child_health/551
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