Multinevritis of cranial nerves following inhalation of toxins

Author: Aprile Irene   Padua Luca   Caliandro Pietro   Evoli Amelia   Ausili Emanule   Sabatelli Mario   Pitocco Dario   Tonali Pietro  

Publisher: Maney Publishing

ISSN: 1743-1328

Source: Neurological Research, Vol.25, Iss.2, 2003-03, pp. : 208-210

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Abstract

Cranial multineuropathy is an uncommon occurrence. We observed two cases of multinevritis of the cranial nerves which had many features in common: acute onset after toxic inhalation, occurrence of neuroparaxic block, and rapid resolution after corticosteroid therapy. We believe physicians should be aware that multinevritis of the cranial nerves may be related to acute exposure to toxic substances. Missing this diagnosis could lead to a delay in therapy.

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