Possible association of Guillain-Barré syndrome and hepatitis A vaccination

Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2004 Jun;23(6):586-8. doi: 10.1097/01.inf.0000130941.72712.33.

Abstract

We report a case of Guillain-Barré syndrome in a previously healthy child who received a hepatitis A vaccination (HAVRIX) 5 days before onset of symptoms. No other precipitating factor could be identified. The relevant literature is reviewed and discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome / chemically induced*
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome / therapy*
  • Hepatitis A / prevention & control*
  • Hepatitis A Vaccines / administration & dosage
  • Hepatitis A Vaccines / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous / administration & dosage
  • Male
  • Respiration, Artificial
  • Risk Assessment
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Vaccination / adverse effects

Substances

  • Hepatitis A Vaccines
  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous