2012
DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2012-302724.1521
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1521 Paediatric Narcolepsy: A Video Series

Abstract: Abstractsclassical description. The Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) was grossly abnormal in all them. Hypocretin was absent in the one child investigated. Autoimmune screen was negative in all. One child was treated for H1N1 and 2 had the H1N1 vaccine prior to onset of symptoms. Conclusion The key to early diagnosis and treatment is recognition of the condition. The videos highlight the facial features and other symptoms that are clues to narcolepsy (Pentad of narcolepsy). Rapid progression is possible rela… Show more

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