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Marburg variant of multiple sclerosis: A young women case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Marburg disease (malignant multiple sclerosis, MS) is a rare, acute MS variant, predominantly occurring among young adults. Because it is characterized by rarity, high morbidity and mortality rates, the disease needs to be further characterized, and the experience of the physicians play a role in treatment regimens. We report the case of a 15-years-old female presenting with progressive weakness over the limbs, hyperreflexia and loss of sensation by physical examination, lab tests and radiological investigations (MRI). After treatment, nonimprovement was recognized by symptoms review after IV corticosteroids, Gabapentin and Clonazepam intake during a clinical visit. IV corticosteroids, Gabapentin and Clonazepam are not sufficient treatment for Marburg's variant of multiple sclerosis disease. Therefore, aggressive therapies can be used to further suppress the inflammatory process to prevent further neurological damage.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.11.084

Authors: Mohammed Alaa Jameel, Wameth Alaa Jamel, Alaa Jameel Hasan, Riyam Amer Hammood Alkhuzaie

Institutions: Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Ministry of Health, Thi Qar University, Baghdad Medical City

Language: English

Topic: Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550