[Acute transverse myelitis caused by enterovirus].

Enteroviruses comprise a group of commonly encountered small RNA viruses with genetic similarities. We report a case of transverse myelitis associated with an enterovirus infection. By use of PCR, enterovirus-specific RNA sequences were detected in the cerebrospinal fluid and in swabs from the throat and the rectum at the time of admission. Routine cultures and serology gave no other explanation for the clinical condition. The patient was treated with intravenous immunoglobulin and steroids and improved gradually. She was fully recovered 18 months after onset of disease.