SAQ 1983 – Guillain-Barre syndrome differentials and respiratory failure

You are managing a patient with acute progressive generalised weakness and are concerned about Guillain-Barre syndrome.

List six alternative differential diagnoses for acute-onset generalised weakness.

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List and justify four investigations.

(Marked out of 4.0)
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List three preceding infections associated with Guillain-Barre syndrome onset.

(Marked out of 3.0)

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List two indications for intubation and ventilation in Guillain-Barre syndrome.

(Marked out of 2.0)

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