Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculopathy with Multiple Cranial Nerve Palsy: An Atypical Pediatric Case

Abstract

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) is relatively rare in children. Moreover, atypical presentation remains a diagnostic challenge for physician. Early recognition and proper immunomodulatory therapy is important for favorable outcomes with prevention of progressive course. We report a case with atypical CIDP. The aim was to focus on the diagnostic difficulties and the importance of recognizing this treatable condition.
 Journal of National Institute of Neurosciences Bangladesh, 2020;6(1): 64-66