Transient Neurologic Deficit Presenting with Cortical Vein Thrombosis Caused by Intracranial Hypotension: Case Report (P1.028)

CONCLUSION We hypothesized that intracranial hypotension led to venous engorgement (based on the Monroe-Kelli doctrine) and the subsequent cortical vein thrombosis, which then produced vasogenic edema, cortical irritability, and focal seizure that mimicked ischemic stroke. Based on our findings, clinicians should consider intracranial hypotension in patients presenting with dural sinus or cortical vein thrombosis, and orthostatic headache or imaging findings of dural enhancement.Disclosure: Dr. Plancher has nothing to disclose. Dr. Flaherty has received personal compensation for activities with CSL Behring as a consultant and an advisory board member.

Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Plancher, J. M.-O., Flaherty, M. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Case Reports Source Type: research