AUTHOR=Zhang Wenhao , Cao Wenjia , Tao Wenhan , Wang Yufei , Tangzhu Chenchen , Shen Qinru , Shi Xulai 

TITLE=Anti-NMDAR encephalitis in a child with long impaired consciousness and persistent antibodies: a case report and mini review

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Immunology

VOLUME=15

YEAR=2024

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunology/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2024.1402523

DOI=10.3389/fimmu.2024.1402523

ISSN=1664-3224

ABSTRACT=<p>We described a challenging case of anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) encephalitis in a young girl. Despite enduring months of reduced consciousness with ongoing antibody presence, she ultimately exhibited remarkable improvement within a 5-year follow-up period. Additionally, we conducted a concise review of relevant literature on anti-NMDAR encephalitis, with a specific focus on anti-NMDAR antibodies. Our findings enhance the clinical comprehension of anti-NMDAR encephalitis and offer valuable insights to clinicians for its management.</p>