학술논문
Autoimmune encephalitis: a review of diagnosis and treatment
Document Type
article
Author
Source
Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria. January 2018 76(1)
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
0004-282X
Abstract
Autoimmune encephalitis (AIE) is one of the most common causes of noninfectious encephalitis. It can be triggered by tumors, infections, or it may be cryptogenic. The neurological manifestations can be either acute or subacute and usually develop within six weeks. There are a variety of clinical manifestations including behavioral and psychiatric symptoms, autonomic disturbances, movement disorders, and seizures. We reviewed common forms of AIE and discuss their diagnostic approach and treatment.