Successful outcome in an adolescent with artery of Percheron occlusion who was treated with tPA

Ischemic stroke is relatively rare in children, leading to a low index of suspicion and delayed diagnosis, particularly in cases of posterior circulation occlusion when symptoms are less indicative. Occlusion of the Artery of Percheron (AOP) results in non-specific neurological symptoms including drowsiness, aphasia or dysarthria, ophthalmoplegia, ataxia, and dysmetria. Previous reports, mainly in adults, described late diagnosis and severe residual disability.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Source Type: research