Supine headache and papilledema: A case and review of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis

Key clinical messageCerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) should be on the differential for intracranial hypertension, and the preferred diagnostic tests are CT venogram or MR venography.AbstractCerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare cause of stroke and is on the differential for intracranial hypertension. Non-contrast head CT is often normal. CT venogram or MR venography are the preferred diagnostic tests, as was required in our patient. We review the presentation, diagnosis, and management of CVST.

Source: Clinical Case Reports - May 5, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Sachin V. Pasricha, Rajesh Bhayana, Peter E. Wu Tags: CASE IMAGE Source Type: research