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Guillain–Barré Syndrome

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Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS) is the most common and most severe acute paralytic neuropathy. Although flaccid quadriparesis is the most common presentation, various subtypes of GBS exist. All patients with GBS need meticulous monitoring and supportive care. Early initiation of intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIg) or plasma exchange is of proven benefit and crucial, especially in patients with rapidly progressive weakness.

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  1. Department of Neurology, Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

    Satish V. Khadilkar

  2. Consultant Neurologist, Suyog Neurology Clinic, NH Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

    Rakhil S. Yadav

  3. Consultant Neurologist, TN Medical College and Nair Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

    Bhagyadhan A. Patel

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Khadilkar, S.V., Yadav, R.S., Patel, B.A. (2018). Guillain–Barré Syndrome. In: Neuromuscular Disorders. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-5361-0_36

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