Post poliomyelitis syndrome: a rare sequel of acute poliomyelitis
JPMA-Journal of Pakistan Medical Association. 2015; 65 (3): 327-329
in English
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ABSTRACT
Post poliomyelitis syndrome [PPS] is a rare sequel of acute poliomyelitis, usually seen 30-40 years after an acute episode. It is characterized by new muscle weakness seen in survivors of acute poliomyelitis. We describe a rare case of a 50 year old man; with a previous history of poliomyelitis in right lower limb who now presented with complaints of progressive left lower limb weakness for past two years. The diagnosis was made on the basis of clinical suspicion and EMG findings. PPS is not a well recognized disease in Pakistan and due to the lack of documentation; its true prevalence is not known. Though, over the years, cases of Poliomyelitis have decreased worldwide, however, PPS still remains a constant challenge for the physicians. This report highlights the impact of the disease on the quality of life of patients suffering from PPS and emphasis on the need for new therapeutic approach:
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Index:
IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Main subject:
Poliomyelitis
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Quality of Life
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Muscle Weakness
Type of study:
Case report
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
J. Pak. Med. Assoc.
Year:
2015
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