Comprehensive analysis of partial confounding clinical symptoms and treatment options of botulism: a case series
Patients with botulism may exhibit atypical clinical symptoms, necessitating heightened vigilance from physicians. Neurophysiological studies are integral to the diagnostic process. Furthermore, symptomatic supportive treatment is essential for patients whose diagnosis has been delayed beyond 7 days. In conclusion, a comprehensive understanding of the clinical features, differential diagnostic criteria, and therapeutic options for botulism is essential for reducing disease duration, optimizing patient outcomes, and enhancing treatment efficacy.
Authors
- Xuanyu Huang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3613-4740)
- Zhiping Hu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5672-9683)
- Han Xiao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1978-9593)
- Yan Huang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0575-0156)
Institutions
- Central South University (CN)
- Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University (CN)
- Hunan Provincial Maternal and Child Health Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Neurology
- Published
- 2025-04-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2025.1574807
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Botulinum Toxin and Related Neurological Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.39
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China