Neurosyphilis Manifesting as a Longitudinally Extensive Transverse Myelitis: A Case Report
Gabriela A. Bou,
Qasem N. AlShaer,
Taylor B. Harrison
et al.
Abstract:Background: Evaluating patients with ascending sensorimotor deficits has a broad differential diagnosis at initial presentation which can be further narrowed upon neurologic examination but may represent a diagnostic and therapeutic dilemma in light of findings raising suspicion for multiple possible etiologies. Data Collection: In this case, a 29-year-old patient presented with ascending bilateral lower extremity sensory loss, paresthesias, and weakness which progressed to the inability to ambulate. Conclusio… Show more
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