Fisher's syndrome in children
Marks, H.G.; Augustyn, P.; Allen, R.J.
Pediatrics 60(5): 726-729
1977
ISSN/ISBN: 0031-4005 PMID: 917636 Document Number: 116371
Fisher's syndrome is characterized by ophthalmoplegia, ataxia, and areflexia. The clinical course is usually benign with complete recovery. A case was reported that developed following a bee sting, the literature of Fisher's syndrome in children was reviewed. Its history, pathogenesis and relationship to Guillain-Barre syndrome were also discussed.