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Multifocal Micro-Embolic Infarcts in Hypereosinophilic Syndrome: A Case Report (P4.350)
Conclusions: Hypereosinophilic syndromes can be a rare cause of stroke and should be considered especially in those with undetermined stroke mechanisms. HES is potentially treatable and can have a good prognosis but requires timely recognition and a thoughtful approach of potential underlying causes.Disclosure: Dr. Nguyen has nothing to disclose. Dr. Vanden Driessche has nothing to disclose. Dr. Hajek has nothing to disclose. Dr. Chen has nothing to disclose. Dr. Wilson has nothing to disclose.
Source: Neurology - April 3, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Nguyen, A., Vanden Driessche, K., Hajek, J., Chen, L., Wilson, L. Tags: Cerebrovascular Case Reports Source Type: research

Brachial Plexus Neuritis as Presenting Manifestation of Disseminated Coccidioidomycosis. (P6.323)
CONCLUSIONS:This is the first reported case of coccidioidomycosis presenting with PNS involvement. Both remote inflammatory changes and direct local fungal invasion noted in this case highlight the wide spectrum of clinico-pathological presentations seen in coccidioidomycosis infection. As this fungal disease is identified with increasing frequency, clinicians should be aware of its atypical manifestations. Study Supported by: Disclosure: Dr. Shah has nothing to disclose. Dr. Liao has nothing to disclose. Dr. Shanina has nothing to disclose. Dr. Smith has nothing to disclose.
Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Shah, R., Liao, B., Shanina, E., Smith, G. Tags: Fungi, Parasites, and Other Infectious Disorders Source Type: research

The Rhino Without It's Sugar (P2.324)
We present a case of a non-diabetic patient with stroke like symptoms that was determined to be due to mucormycosis invading the sphenoid sinus.A 64 year old female was admitted for slurred speech and right-sided weakness. She was brought to the ER after being found unresponsive. Family members stated she had been experiencing difficulty speaking, and mild right facial weakness. She has been complaining of headaches for the past seven months and 15 pound weight loss. On admission, temperature was 98.4°F, BP 122/77, PR 78, and RR 18. Exam was significant for right-sided facial asymmetry/droop, expressive aphasia, and sl...
Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Kahlon, J., Gahley, H., Sonpal, N., Graham, R. Tags: Fungi, Parasites, and Other Pathogens Source Type: research