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Front Neurol ; 13: 881144, 2022.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35795795

ABSTRACT

Dupilumab is a new monoclonal antibody inhibiting IL-4 and IL-13 signaling transduction through the blockage of the α-subunit of the IL-4 receptor. It is used to treat type 2 inflammatory disorders including atopic dermatitis, asthma, and chronic rhinosinusitis. Here we describe the case of a 79-year-old male presenting with visual hallucinations, disorientation, cognitive decline, and behavioral changes, evolving over 3 weeks. He had been under treatment with dupilumab for atopic dermatitis for the previous 4 months. Radiology and CSF analysis showed a granulomatous meningoencephalitis suspicious of sarcoidosis. Underlying infectious and antibody-mediated causes for meningoencephalitis were ruled out. Pausing Dupilumab and steroids (i.v. and oral) led to rapid clinical improvement. Inhibition of IL-4 and IL-13, key players in the differentiation and activation of Th2 cells, may shift the Th1/Th2- ratio toward an excessive Th1-mediated response, granuloma formation, and drug-induced (neuro)sarcoidosis reaction. Attention should be raised to this side effect.

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