Guillain-Barré Syndrome Part 2. Treatment and Prognosis

Abstract

The second article looks at the treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome (CBS) in respect of both the medical and the rehabilitation input. The particular individuality of the disease is underlined in the treatment process.

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