Late adult onset MELAS, presenting as non-convulsive status and atypical strokes. (P2.257)

CONCLUSIONS: Adult-onset strokes due to MELAS have rarely been described and are usually suspected in the setting of recurrent strokes. Our patient was diagnosed at her initial attack because of her unique presentation. We believe that MELAS should be considered in all adult patients presenting with atypical strokes and seizures.Disclosure: Dr. Raval has nothing to disclose. Dr. El-Ghanem has nothing to disclose. Dr. Hillen has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Raval, B., El-Ghanem, M., Hillen, M. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Genetics and Stroke Source Type: research