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Understanding Cytokine Release Syndrome: Implications for Practitioners

Understanding Cytokine Release Syndrome: Implications for Practitioners

Understanding Cytokine Release Syndrome: Implications for Practitioners

In the realm of speech-language pathology, understanding complex medical conditions such as Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS) can significantly enhance the quality of care provided to children. CRS is an acute systemic inflammatory syndrome, often associated with immunotherapy, but can also be triggered by infections or drug exposure. This blog delves into the findings of a recent case report titled "Fever, Cognitive Decline, and Multifocal T2 Hyperintensities on Brain MRI: A Case Report of Cytokine Release Syndrome" and discusses its implications for practitioners.

The Case Report: Key Findings

The case report details the clinical presentation of a 71-year-old woman with a history of primary myelofibrosis and breast cancer, who exhibited symptoms of altered mental status, fever, and severe hypertension. Comprehensive diagnostics, including blood tests, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, and neuroimaging, led to the diagnosis of CRS. Notably, brain MRI revealed multifocal T2 hyperintensities, a key indicator in the assessment of CRS.

Implications for Practitioners

For speech-language pathologists, understanding the neurological implications of CRS is crucial, especially when working with children who may present with cognitive and communication challenges. The following points highlight how practitioners can apply these findings:

Encouraging Further Research

While the case report provides valuable insights, further research is needed to fully understand the implications of CRS on cognitive and communicative functions. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in ongoing education and research to stay abreast of new developments in the field.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Fever, Cognitive Decline, and Multifocal T2 Hyperintensities on Brain MRI: A Case Report of Cytokine Release Syndrome.


Citation: Muacevic, A., Adler, J. R., D'Amiano, N. M., Lai, J., Primiani, C., Yedavalli, V., & Bahouth, M. N. (2023). Fever, cognitive decline, and multifocal T2 hyperintensities on brain MRI: A case report of cytokine release syndrome. Cureus. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10440156/?report=classic
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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