1. Late-onset Parry-Romberg Syndrome with atypical neurological manifestations: A case report
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Sema Akkus, MD, Suban Amatya, MD, Kriti Shrestha, MD, Shitiz Sriwastava, MD, and Demetrios A. Karides, MD
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Parry-Romberg syndrome ,Progressive facial hemiatrophy ,Neuroimaging ,Brain MRI ,Late-onset ,Atypical manifestations ,Medical physics. Medical radiology. Nuclear medicine ,R895-920 - Abstract
Parry-Romberg Syndrome (PRS) is a rare neurocutaneous disorder characterized by gradual facial hemiatrophy. We present a case study of a 64-year-old woman with late-onset PRS and linear scleroderma. The patient exhibited atypical PRS symptoms including leg numbness, hyper-reflexia, trigeminal neuralgia, and severe headaches. Diagnostic evaluations revealed chronic left-sided cerebral infarction, microhemorrhages, and nerve involvement. Treatment options for PRS are limited and aim to manage symptoms. This case highlights the diagnostic challenges of late-onset PRS, emphasizing interdisciplinary approach. Further research and improved therapies are essential for better patient outcomes.
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- 2024
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