Table 2 Long-term sequelae of severe EV-A 71 infections
From: Enterovirus A71 neurologic complications and long-term sequelae
Sequelae | Possible causes |
|---|---|
Dysphagia with nasogastric tube or gastrostomy feeding | Neuronal damage of the brainstem |
Central hypoventilation with tracheostomy and ventilator support as Fig. 1 shows | Neuronal damage of the brainstem |
Limb weakness/atrophy as Fig. 3 shows | Motor neuron damage |
Seizure | Neuronal damage or hypoxia |
Neurodevelopmental delay | Neuronal damage, younger age of onset or hypoxia |
Lower cognition | Neuronal damage, younger age of onset or hypoxia |
Behavioral problems, such as ADHD or oppositional symptoms | Cause to be determined |