Common use of Poliomyelitis Clause in Contracts

Poliomyelitis. I) The unequivocal diagnosis of infection with the polio virus must be established by a Consultant Neurologist. The infection must result in irreversible paralysis as evidenced by impaired motor function or respiratory weakness. Expected permanence and irreversibility of the paralysis must be confirmed by a Consultant Neurologist after at least 6 months since the beginning of the event.

Poliomyelitis. I) The unequivocal diagnosis of infection with the polio virus must be established by a Consultant Neurologist. The infection must result in irreversible paralysis as evidenced by impaired motor function or respiratory weakness. Expected permanence and irreversibility of the paralysis must be confirmed by a Consultant Neurologist after at least 6 months since the beginning of the event. Exclusions: • Cases not involving irreversible paralysis will not be eligible for a claim • Other causes of paralysis such as Guillain-Barré Syndrome are specifically excluded.