A Rare Pediatric Case of Marijuana-Induced Reversible Cerebral Vasoconstriction Syndrome (RCVS)

Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) describes a sudden constriction of the cerebral vessels that results in acute-onset, “thunderclap” headaches with or without neurologic deficits. Clinical symptoms resolve within 1 month, and vasoconstriction resolves within 3 months1. While RCVS is rare in pediatrics, the most common etiologies include sickle cell, systemic lupus or immunosuppressive agents2. In the current lit erature, there are no reported cases of pediatric RCVS in which cannabis use is the precipitating factor.
Source: Pediatric Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research