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From the case:
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES)
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Bilateral parieto-occipital hypodensities.
From the case:
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES)
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Bilateral occipital high T2 signal.
Case Discussion
For a more complete discussion of this condition, please refer to the article: PRES
Differential diagnoses:
- acute cerebral hyperaemia
- posterior circulation stroke
- metabolic derangements, including hypoglycaemia
- progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)
Clinical presentation
- headaches, seizures, altered mental status
- elevated blood pressure is not a constant finding, especially in children