New Findings from Student Research Committee in the Area of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Described (Parkinsonism as an initial presentation of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease: A case report and review of literature).

A recent study published by the Student Research Committee highlights the case of a 69-year-old woman with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) who initially presented with parkinsonism, a rare symptom of the disease. The researchers emphasize the importance of early and accurate diagnosis of CJD to prevent misdiagnosis and optimize patient management. The study underscores the need for heightened clinical awareness of the uncommon initial presentations of CJD to prevent future misdiagnoses. Early diagnosis of CJD can also help prevent possible disease transmission and improve patient care. [Extracted from the article]