Transverse myelitis caused by varicella zoster: Case reports

Abstract

Transverse myelitis is a group of disorders characterized by focal inflammation of the spinal cord and results in loss of motor and sensory function below the level of injury. Occurrence of this condition during or following varicella infection is uncommon. This report describes two cases of transverse myelitis caused by varicella zoster. © 2007 by The Brazilian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Contexto Publishing. All rights reserved.