Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome

2019 ◽  
pp. 693-698
Author(s):  
Sudhir V. Datar ◽  
Jennifer E. Fugate
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Features ◽  
Cerebral Edema ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome ◽  
Acute Onset ◽  
Hypertensive Encephalopathy ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Reversible Encephalopathy

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), previously known as hypertensive encephalopathy, is a clinicoradiologic entity manifesting as acute onset of headache, encephalopathy, seizures, and vision abnormalities. The characteristic clinical features and predominantly posterior cerebral edema were first described by Hinchey and colleagues in 1996. Since then, many conditions have been associated with PRES.

Posterior Reversible Encepalopathy Syndrome in A Child With Post Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis- A Rare Case Report

Med Phoenix ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-52
Author(s):  
Sunita Ghimire ◽  
Shree Krishna Shrestha ◽  
Ram Chandra Bastola ◽  
Anita Dahal ◽  
Pragya Shakya
Keyword(s):  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome ◽  
Vasogenic Edema ◽  
Female Child ◽  
Hypertensive Encephalopathy ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Radiological Features ◽  
Rare Case Report ◽  
Post Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis ◽  
Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Timely Treatment

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome is a condition occurring  in majority of case of  hypertensive encephalopathy mainly due to vasogenic  edema in parieto occipital region in neuroimaging. It is reversible if timely treatment is done .Here we are reporting a 11 year old female child with acute post streptococal glomerulonephrtitis leading to typical clinical and radiological features of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome

scholarly journals Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome Secondary to Hypertensive Encephalopathy Brought on by a MAO Inhibitor: A Case Report

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 215013271986953 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Strother ◽  
Hailon Wong ◽  
Nathaniel E. Miller
Keyword(s):  
White Matter ◽  
Mental Status ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome ◽  
Altered Mental Status ◽  
Hypertensive Encephalopathy ◽  
Inpatient Service ◽  
Mao Inhibitor ◽  
Radiographic Findings ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Reversible Encephalopathy

An elderly woman was admitted to the Family Medicine inpatient service for altered mental status after being brought to the emergency room by a concerned neighbor, who had come across the patient speaking incoherently. Initial evaluation was notable for elevated blood pressures, but extensive lab testing and head computed tomographic imaging were within normal limits. However, subsequent magnetic resonance imaging showed white matter changes consistent with posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), a neurologic syndrome characterized by headache, altered mental status, loss of vision, and seizures as well as radiographic findings of posterior cerebral white matter edema. Multiple etiologies of PRES have been described and include hypertensive encephalopathy, immunosuppressant medications, and eclampsia. This case describes an episode of PRES secondary to hypertensive encephalopathy brought about by an inappropriate dose of a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor. The patient had significant improvement in symptoms with removal of the offending agent and control of her blood pressure. While PRES generally has a good prognosis, prompt recognition, and management are important in preventing significant disease morbidity and mortality.

scholarly journals Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome in Pregnancy

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 205-206
Author(s):  
N Sundari ◽  
Asha Swaroop ◽  
BM Krupa ◽  
BK Madhusudhan ◽  
S Chaitra
Keyword(s):  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome ◽  
Delayed Diagnosis ◽  
Acute Onset ◽  
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Complete Reversal ◽  
The Common ◽  
T2 Hyperintensity ◽  
Reversible Encephalopathy ◽  
Visual Disturbances ◽  
In Pregnancy

ABSTRACT Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a cliniconeuroradiological entity characterized by several symptoms of varied etiologies. The common symptoms are headache, confusion, seizures, cortical visual disturbances or blindness. Here, we report a 22 years old lady with 32 weeks of gestation who presented with complaints of acute onset of headache, sudden loss of vision with elevated blood pressure (BP), whose magnetic resonance venogram (MR venogram) revealed bilateral occipital T2 hyperintensity with restriction of diffusion suggestive of PRES. Early identification and treatment usually results in complete reversal of the deficits and delayed diagnosis and improper management can lead to irreversible sequelae. How to cite this article Krupa BM, Sundari N, Madhusudhan BK, Swaroop A, Chaitra S. Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome in Pregnancy. J South Asian Feder Obst Gynae 2015;7(3):205-206.

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