Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome in a Postoperative Patient-A Case Report . Prof. R. M. Bhoopathy, S. Hariharan PG
Journal: University Journal of Medicine and Medical Specialities (Vol.2, No. 4)Publication Date: 2016-09-22
Authors : HARIHARAN SANTHANAM;
Page : 53-57
Keywords : PRES; pseudonormal ADC; vasogenic edema;
Abstract
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (here in after referred to as PRES) is classically characterized as parieto occipital edema but may occur in other distributions with varying imaging appearances. We report a case of 36yr old male who underwent hemorrhoidectomy and postoperatively presented with features of PRES.
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