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Human rabies encephalitis following bat exposure: failure of therapeutic coma.

Authors :
McDermid, Robert C.
Saxinger, Lynora
Lee, Bonita
Johnstone, Jennie
Gibney, R.T. Noel
Johnson, Marcia
Bagshaw, Sean M.
Source :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ); 2/26/2008, Vol. 178 Issue 5, p557-561, 5p, 2 Color Photographs, 1 Chart
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article offers information about the case of a 73-year-old man who was diagnosed with human rabies encephalitis which was inflicted by a bat. The initial evaluation was irritability, lethargy, and hypersalivation then after 48 hours, multifocal myoclonus and decorticate posturing were exhibited by the patient. It is suggested that early consultation with a public health officials is a must if you are exposed in rabies. The said disease is a progressive encephalitis and death, and the appropriate therapy is palliative. The article also presents the Milwaukee Protocol.

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
178
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
29440736
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.071326