Anti‐ NMDA Receptor Encephalitis Presenting as Acute Psychosis

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tatiana Mengistu, Anuj Subedi, UCHENNA D UNAMBA, Sajjad Ahmed Khan, Esereoghene Mowoe, Jeremy Lane, Sahar Panah, Huma Kausar
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71999
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Abstract

Young adults presenting with acute psychiatric symptoms followed by rapid neurological decline, catatonia, and autonomic instability should prompt consideration of anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, even without detectable tumors; early recognition and immunotherapy are critical for favorable neurological recovery.

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Autoimmune Neurological Disorders and Treatments Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders Electroconvulsive Therapy Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
e71999–e71999
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN