Publications by authors named "Yufang Mei"
Cerebral Hemorrhage in Varicella-Zoster Virus Encephalitis: A Case Study.
Am J Case Rep
January 2025
BACKGROUND Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) encephalitis is a commonly reported form of encephalitis that clinically manifests as skin lesions, fever, headache, and neuropsychiatric symptoms. We present a case of a patient with VZV encephalitis complicated by cerebral hemorrhagic transformation, characterized by high levels of inflammation and protein in the cerebrospinal fluid. The aim is to highlight the risk of hemorrhagic transformation associated with VZV encephalitis.
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- - This study looks at how effective double-filtration plasmapheresis (DFPP) is in lowering harmful antibodies and immunoglobulins in patients with neuroimmune disorders.
- - Researchers analyzed data from 51 patients who received DFPP along with other treatments, measuring changes in immunoglobulin and antibody levels, and assessing neurological function before and after treatment.
- - Results showed that DFPP significantly reduced immunoglobulin levels by about 70% and improved neurological function, with most patients experiencing fewer symptoms and minor side effects reported.
Introduction: Anti-dipeptidyl-peptidase-like protein 6 (DPPX) encephalitis is a rare condition with varied symptoms including gastrointestinal issues, weight loss, cognitive and mental dysfunction, and hyperexcitability of the central nervous system.
Methods: We studied five patients with anti-DPPX encephalitis who received immunotherapy, specifically DFPP, at our hospital. We analyzed their clinical symptoms, lab results, electrophysiological and imaging findings, and outcomes with immunotherapy.