Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a well recognized neurotoxic state coupled with a unique neuroradiological appearance. This syndrome is associated with a broad spectrum of complex conditions (preeclampsia/eclampsia, bone marrow/organ transplantation, chemotherapy, autoimmune disease). We report the case of a female patient who developed PRES in the setting of severe infection, and we discuss the possible mechanisms underlying the development of cerebral edema by describing the inherent neuroradiological features.

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome: description of a case in the setting of severe infection.

GENOVESE, EUGENIO ANNIBALE;
2012-01-01

Abstract

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a well recognized neurotoxic state coupled with a unique neuroradiological appearance. This syndrome is associated with a broad spectrum of complex conditions (preeclampsia/eclampsia, bone marrow/organ transplantation, chemotherapy, autoimmune disease). We report the case of a female patient who developed PRES in the setting of severe infection, and we discuss the possible mechanisms underlying the development of cerebral edema by describing the inherent neuroradiological features.
2012
Brain edema; hypertension; magnetic resonance imaging; neurotoxicity; posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome.
Zeppa, P; Fonio, P; Giganti, M; Cotroneo, Ar; Genovese, EUGENIO ANNIBALE; Stabile Ianora, Aa
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