SAQ 1477 – Bilateral leg weakness and suspected Guillain-Barre syndrome

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A 55-year-old woman is referred to the ED by her GP with two days of bilateral leg weakness. The GP suspects Guillain-Barre syndrome.

List six differential diagnoses for her weakness, excluding Guillain-Barre syndrome.

(Marked out of 6.0)


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List three cardinal examination features consistent with classical Guillain-Barre syndrome.

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List three investigations useful in supporting the diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome. Include the expected findings.

(Marked out of 6.0)


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List two life-threatening complications of Guillain-Barre syndrome. For each, state how you would detect its presence or severity.

(Marked out of 4.0)


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