Publications by authors named "Nicholas Edward Bui"
Surg Neurol Int
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) is a common childhood virus that usually causes mild febrile illness but has been linked to more severe conditions like meningoencephalitis in some cases, particularly in those with weakened immune systems.
- A case study details the treatment of an 18-month-old girl who presented with symptoms suggesting meningitis, leading to a diagnosis of HHV-6 after extensive testing and amid concerns for CNS tuberculosis.
- Initially considered incidental, the initiation of antiviral therapy coincided with the child’s clinical improvement, suggesting HHV-6 may have played a more significant role in her condition than previously thought.
