Electrophysiologic Findings in a Case of Severe Botulism
Journal Title: Journal of Neurological Sciences-Turkish - Year 2006, Vol 23, Issue 1
Abstract
Botulism is a rare but severe and rapidly progressing neurological disease. Here, we describe a 44 year old woman developed nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and cranial nerve palsies after eating spaghetti with tomato sauce prepared at home. These were rapidly followed by descending limb muscle weakness and respiratory failure. Our patient’s clinical evaluation and the detailed electrophysiologic examination suggested the diagnosis of botulism. The patient was given only medical and supportive care and fully recovered approximately 2 months later.
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Ayse BAYRAK, Hacer TILKI
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