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Hashimoto’s Encephalopathy in the Intensive Care Unit

Authors: B. Chaigne, E. Mercier, D. Garot, A. Legras, P. F. Dequin, D. Perrotin

Published in: Neurocritical Care | Issue 3/2013

Abstract

Background

Since the first description of Hashimoto’s Encephalitis (HE) in 1966 by Lord Brain, the number of reported cases has continued to increase. In addition, cases of status epilepticus have been reported, suggesting a role for intensive care unit (ICU) practitioners in taking care of patients with HE.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study in ICU patients with HE was performed at the University Hospital of Tours, France.

Results

Eight HE cases were admitted to the ICU between 1/1/2000 and 1/1/2012. Herein, we describe the characteristics of the patients, with an emphasis on ICU disease management and its outcome.

Conclusion

ICU practitioners should be aware of this disease, since it can include life-threatening presentations.

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Title: Hashimoto’s Encephalopathy in the Intensive Care Unit
Authors: B. Chaigne
E. Mercier
D. Garot
A. Legras
P. F. Dequin
D. Perrotin
Publication date: 01-06-2013
Publisher: Humana Press Inc
Published in: Neurocritical Care / Issue 3/2013
Print ISSN: 1541-6933
Electronic ISSN: 1556-0961
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12028-013-9834-1

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Hashimoto’s Encephalopathy in the Intensive Care Unit

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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