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Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome revealing Takayasu's arteritis.

Authors :
Karande S
Jagtap S
Joshi A
Source :
Indian journal of pediatrics [Indian J Pediatr] 2009 Feb; Vol. 76 (2), pp. 218-20. Date of Electronic Publication: 2008 Dec 04.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome is a rare neuroradiologic condition associated with headache, seizures, altered sensorium, visual disturbances, and characteristic lesions on neuroimaging predominantly affecting the posterior regions of the brain. We report a 10-years-8-months-old girl who presented with headache, multiple seizures, and altered sensorium. Her blood pressure was 130/100 mmHg and left brachial pulse was not palpable. CT scan brain showed typical non-enhancing hypodensities in bilateral parieto-occiptal lobes. Prompt treatment of the hypertension led to rapid reversal of neurological symptoms. CT aortogram revealed aortoarteritis with bilateral renal artery stenosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0973-7693
Volume :
76
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Indian journal of pediatrics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
19082534
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-008-0224-1