Erythropoietin-Associated Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome

Conclusion: Recombinant human erythropoietin (RhEPO) may be an underrecognized cause of PRES and should be considered in patients receiving this treatment regardless of the absence or presence of renal impairment. RhEPO-mediated precipitation/exacerbation of hypertension, alterations in cerebral blood flow, and changes in endothelial integrity may underlie this association. MRI signal changes are reversible and typical for that of PRES, and significant improvement of symptoms can be expected.
Source: The Neurologist - Category: Neurology Tags: Case Report/Case Series Source Type: research