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A case of brainstem encephalitis complicated by torsade de pointes is described. The possible occurrence of ventricular arrhythmias may contribute to the mortality in this condition. We recommend the admission of patients with brainstem encephalitis to an intensivve care unit, for a period of electrocardiographic monitoring.
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De Keyser, J., De Boel, S., Ceulemans, L. et al. Torsade de pointes as a complication of brainstem encephalitis. Intensive Care Med 13, 76–77 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00263564
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00263564