The occurrence of Guillain-Barre syndrome within families.

Geleijns, K; Brouwer, B A; Jacobs, B C; Houwing-Duistermaat, J J; van Duijn, C M; van Doorn, P A · Neurology · 2004

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Abstract

This report describes 12 Dutch families of which at least two members have had Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). The authors observed an earlier onset of GBS in successive generations. The occurrence of GBS within families suggests a role for genetic factors in the pathogenesis of GBS.

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