Post Partum Seizures Associated with Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS): A Case Report
| Autor: | Fatema J Haji, Manali S Dhage, K Muthuraj, SP Ahalya, S Sarumathy |
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| Rok vydání: | 2019 |
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business.industry
lcsh:R Clinical Biochemistry blood pressure lcsh:Medicine General Medicine grand tonic clonic seizures female genital diseases and pregnancy complications Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome post partum eclampsia Anesthesia Medicine business reproductive and urinary physiology Post partum |
| Zdroj: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Vol 13, Iss 4, Pp QD01-QD03 (2019) |
| ISSN: | 2249-782X |
| DOI: | 10.7860/jcdr/2019/40612.12776 |
| Popis: | Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS) is a condition characterised by severe headache, confusion, seizures and visual loss. It can occur secondary to electrolyte disturbances, eclampsia and preeclampsia, ultimately leading to vasogenic oedema in the cerebral parieto-occipital region. It is a rare condition and the prevalence is unknown. Inconsequential literature studies have been found related to RPLS associated with delayed onset of post partum eclampsia. Here we present a case of young female patient aged 25-year-old with complaints of post partum seizures preceded by severe headache and blurring of vision. She was treated with anti-hypertensive and anti-seizure medications. Imaging studies are vital for the prompt and accurate diagnosis of RPLS. Precise and immediate management has led to reversal of this syndrome in the patients. |
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