The importance of MRI in the acute phase of herpes encephalitis mimicking an acute ischemic stroke.

Authors :: Gardin A
Cavallaro M
Labate A
Source :: Neurological sciences : official journal of the Italian Neurological Society and of the Italian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology [Neurol Sci] 2023 Dec; Vol. 44 (12), pp. 4563-4567. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Jul 31.
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: The diagnosis of herpes simplex encephalitis (HSE) can present challenges for neurologists and neuroradiologists due to its variable clinical presentation and atypical radiological features. Brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays a crucial role by identifying some mimicking conditions, including ischemic strokes, through the accurate interpretation of specific sequences. This report highlights a case of misdiagnosed HSE, aiming to discuss the management of similar cases and underscore the relevance of MRI in the emergency setting.<br /> (© 2023. Fondazione Società Italiana di Neurologia.)

Subjects :: Humans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging methods
Brain diagnostic imaging
Brain pathology
Radiography
Encephalitis, Herpes Simplex diagnostic imaging
Ischemic Stroke diagnostic imaging
Ischemic Stroke pathology

Language :: English
ISSN :: 1590-3478
Volume :: 44
Issue :: 12
Database :: MEDLINE
Journal :: Neurological sciences : official journal of the Italian Neurological Society and of the Italian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology
Publication Type :: Report
Accession number :: 37524960
Full Text :: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10072-023-06969-5

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