[Unusual course of a Guillain-Barré syndrome in connection with an RS-Virus infection in a 10 months old infant].

Guillain Barré syndrome (GBS; Synonyma: Polyneuritis, Polyradikulitis) is an acute, inflammatory, demyelinating disease of the peripheral nerve system. Clinical hallmarks are symmetric muscle paralysis, areflexia and pronounced autonomic disturbances. Respiratory failure and cardiovascular instability are the main reasons for intensive care support in patients with GBS. We present the process of illness of an 10 month old baby with GBS. The report discusses RSV as possible triggers. For children with ARDS, a nitric oxide ventilation could represent a lifesaving option.