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Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Carbon monoxide poisoning - gas geyser syndrome
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Nearly symmetrical T2 / FLAIR hyperintensities with diffusion restriction are seen involving bilateral globi palladi.
Case Discussion
In view of symmetrical involvement of bilateral globi palladi, the possibility of a metabolic / toxic insult was considered.
On further questioning, the patient was found unconscious while taking a shower with the geyser on, confirming the diagnosis of gas geyser syndrome or carbon monoxide poisoning.