- Guillain-Barre Syndrome is a difficult diagnosis to make and an accurate history and physical examination including reflexes and ambulation of the patient can help to identify this life-threatening diagnosis
- LP results will reveal a normal opening pressure, elevated protein level with no cells
- Intubation consideration: remember the 20-30-40 rule and avoid succinylcholine for RSI
- Management options: IVIG or plasmapheresis should be considered in patients with GBS. They should be monitored closely in the hospital for progression.
- Steroids have no role in the treatment of GBS.
