A Retrospective Analysis of Symptomatology and Clinical Findings in Neuroborreliosis Among Adults Versus Children - Takeaways - MDSpire

A Retrospective Analysis of Symptomatology and Clinical Findings in Neuroborreliosis Among Adults Versus Children

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  • Anne Nieminen

  • Samuel Söderqvist

  • Jussi Jero

  • Jarmo Oksi

  • January 19, 2026

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    Lyme borreliosis is the most common vector-borne disease in Europe, with increasing incidence rates reported in Finland.

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    Lyme neuroborreliosis affects 3-12% of Lyme borreliosis patients, with common symptoms including radiculoneuritis and facial palsy.

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    Facial palsy occurs in around 40% of LNB patients, with a high recovery rate linked to timely antimicrobial treatment.

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    The study analyzed clinical manifestations and laboratory diagnostics of LNB in adults and children at Turku University Hospital.

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    Oral doxycycline is as effective as intravenous ceftriaxone for treating LNB, but delays in treatment can worsen health outcomes.

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A Retrospective Analysis of Symptomatology and Clinical Findings in Neuroborreliosis Among Adults Versus Children

  • by Anne Nieminen, Samuel Söderqvist, Jussi Jero, Jarmo Oksi

  • January 19, 2026

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