Early steroid pulse therapy among children with influenza virus-associated encephalopathy

Early steroid pulse therapy among children with influenza virus-associated encephalopathy

Abstract Background Influenza virus-associated encephalopathy (IAE) can lead to neurological sequela and mortality among children. Therefore, instant recognition and therapeutic intervention for IAE are crucial. In some clinical subtypes of IAE, steroid pulse therapy might be beneficial, especially...

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Main Authors: Takeshi Hatachi, Nobuaki Michihata, Muneyuki Takeuchi, Hiroki Matsui, Kiyohide Fushimi, Hideo Yasunaga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-08-01
Series:Journal of Intensive Care
Subjects:
Influenza
Encephalopathy
Encephalitis
Steroids
Glucocorticoids
Pediatrics
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40560-020-00479-8

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