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Revista mexicana de pediatría
Print version ISSN 0035-0052
Abstract
ROJAS-CERON, Christian; NUNEZ-ARBOLEDA, Andrés Felipe and ARCE-GALVEZ, Leonardo. Status dystonicus in a patient with cerebral palsy and COVID-19. Rev. mex. pediatr. [online]. 2022, vol.89, n.4, pp.170-172. Epub June 02, 2023. ISSN 0035-0052. https://doi.org/10.35366/109594.
Introduction:
status dystonicus (SD) is a rare condition characterized by generalized and intense exacerbation of muscle contractions.
Objective:
to present a pediatric patient with SD associated with COVID-19.
Case report:
3-year old male with cerebral palsy. He was admitted to the emergency room after four days with respiratory symptoms, which were accompanied by increased muscle tone, generalized dystonia, and febrile seizures. In laboratory tests, COVID-19 was confirmed, as well as an elevation of creatine phosphokinase (CPK), 16,000 U/L. Diagnosis of SD is established, recovering after receiving medical management.
Conclusion:
SD can cause serious complications, so it is essential to identify possible triggers in patients with greater susceptibility.
Keywords : status dystonicus; COVID-19; preschool; cerebral palsy.
