A Case Report of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 11
Abstract
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) and Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) are inflammatory disorders characterized by immune-mediated demyelination and axonal damage predominantly involving optic nerves and spinal cord. Previously NMO was considered as a variant of multiple sclerosis (MS), but now it is considered a separate entity(1) . Here we report a case of middle aged female presenting with quadriplegia, urinary retention, sensory abnormalities which suggested myelopathy but without any evidence of optic neuritis, suggesting a diagnosis of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder. The diagnosis was confirmed by positive aquaporin 4 antibody.
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Dr R. Guruboo Balaji
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