[en] Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) has been demonstrated to be a neurotropic virus and has
been linked to several neurological complications associated with a wide range of
clinical outcomes. Here, we present data from immunocompetent children with a
central neurological condition and intrathecal DNA detection of HHV-6 virus. Through
these cases, physiopathology, investigations, and outcome of the disease will be
described. Finally, specific treatment will be discussed.
Disciplines :
Neurology
Author, co-author :
BARREA, Christophe ; Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Liège - CHU > Département de Pédiatrie > Service de pédiatrie
Demonceau, Nathalie
Loeckx, Isabelle
Senterre, Jean-Marc
Philippet, Pierre
Language :
English
Title :
Central Nervous System Complications due to Human Herpesvirus 6 Infection in Pediatric Age Group
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