Flashcards Nelson
1
Q
Tumors in NF-1
A
optic glioma Wilms Tumour Neurofibromas astrocytoma pheochromocytoma leukemia
2
Q
ataxia, opthalmoplegia, areflexia
A
Guillain Barre
3
Q
CSF in GBS
A
normal glucose protein high (proteins coming from antibodies attacking nerves) slight wbc (but not as high as you expect for how high the protein)
4
Q
MRI findings in Guillain Barre
A
- increase uptake of gadolinium in caudal equine or in intrathecal nerve root
5
Q
relapse rate of GBS
A
7%
6
Q
treatment of GBS
A
IVIG 2-5 days
7
Q
bug for GBS
A
h pylori
mycoplasma
campylobacter
8
Q
prognostic factors for Guillain Barre (Poor)
A
- maximal involvement at presentation
- cranial nerve deficits
- needing intubation