Differential diagnosis of Guillain-Barré syndrome: steroid-responsive radiculopathy in Evans syndrome

Abstract

Abstract Guillain-Barré syndrome is the most common acute inflammatory demyelinating peripheral nerve condition. Occasionally, other autoimmune conditions can mimic Guillain-Barré syndrome but may require different diagnostic workup and treatment. We report here two patients with Evans syndrome, a rare hematological autoimmune condition who developed a subacute inflammatory radiculopathy. Similarities and distinguishing clinical and diagnostic features are discussed.

Keywords

• Guillain-Barré syndrome
• Nerve conduction
• Cerebrospinal fluid
• Immune thrombocytopenia
• Autoimmune hemolytic anaemia