Pseudotumor cerebri-Case report
An 46-year-old Caucasian woman was diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) after presenting with papilledema and bilateral visual blurring. Lumbar puncture revealed an opening pressure of more than 550 mmH2O. Cerebral magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed bilateral flattening of...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Romanian Association of Balneology, Editura Balneara
2020-02-01
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| Series: | Balneo Research Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://bioclima.ro/Balneo315.pdf |
| Summary: | An 46-year-old Caucasian woman was diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) after presenting with papilledema and bilateral visual blurring. Lumbar puncture revealed an opening pressure of more than 550 mmH2O. Cerebral magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed bilateral flattening of the posterior sclera, enhancement of the prelaminar optic nerve, distension of the perioptic subarachnoid space, intraocular protrusion of the prelaminar optic nerve and empty sella. The main purpose of the treatment was to release the symptoms and preserve the vision. It was initiated the general treatment with Mannitol 20%, 250 ml/day, Acetazolamide 2x500 mg/day and B-vitamins. After discharge the patient followed a treatment with acetazolamide 2x250 mg/ daily doses and oral potassium supplements 30 mg bid/day. |
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| ISSN: | 2069-7597 2069-7619 |