Movement disorders in autoimmune encephalitis: an update.

Abstract

Autoimmune encephalitis (AE) is a form of encephalitis resulting from an immune response targeting central nervous system antigens, which is characterized by cognitive impairment, neuropsychiatric symptoms, seizures, movement disorders (MDs), and other encephalopathy symptoms. MDs frequently manifest throughout the progression of the disease, with recurrent involuntary movements leading to discomfort and, in some cases, necessitating admission to the intensive care unit. Prompt identification and management of MDs can aid in the diagnosis and prognosis of AE. This review synthesizes current knowledge on the characteristics, underlying mechanisms, and treatment options for MDs in the context of AE.

• Authors: Mengting Qin, Jiaojiao Chen, Xiaoqing Guo, Xuying Xiang, Lei Nie, Yong Wang, Ling Mao
• Journal: Journal of neurology (J Neurol) Vol. 270 Issue 11 Pg. 5288-5302 (Nov 2023) ISSN: 1432-1459 [Electronic] Germany
• PMID: 37523063 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
• Copyright: © 2023. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany.