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Autoimmune Encephalitis

Diagnosis and management of antibody-mediated brain inflammation.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
NeurologyImmunology

Clinical Guidelines

Canadian Consensus Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Autoimmune Encephalitis in Adults
National
International Consensus Recommendations for the Treatment of Autoimmune Encephalitis
National
Autoimmune encephalitis: proposed best practice recommendations for diagnosis and acute management
Local
Brazilian consensus recommendations on the diagnosis and management of autoimmune encephalitis
Local
Canadian Consensus Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Autoimmune Encephalitis in Adults
Local
International Consensus Recommendations for the Treatment of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What clinical features should prompt me to suspect autoimmune encephalitis in a patient presenting with neurological symptoms?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • Which antibody tests are most useful in the diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis, and how should I interpret their results?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What are the recommended first-line treatments for a patient diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis in primary care?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What follow-up care and monitoring should I provide for patients recovering from autoimmune encephalitis?Updated: 8/22/2025
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