Herpes Simplex Encephalitis in Children

Abstract

The article describes the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of herpes simplex encephalitis. The data of own observations of the children with herpes encephalitis are presented. The early diagnosis of the disease with acyclovir use significantly improves the course of the disease and reduces mortality.

Keywords

• encephalitis
• HSV 1/2
• acyclovir
• children