Article Abstract: Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is an acute encephalopathy that manifests as headache, visual disturbance, altered mental state, and seizures.
Introduction: Headache with visual changes is a common presentation with a broad differential and it is important not to miss serious causes. Neuroimaging is becoming more readily available, leading to quicker diagnosis of intracranial pathology.
Article Citation:
Ng M, Saber S, Stratton R. Recurrent posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in systemic lupus erythematosus. Int J Case Rep Images 2017;8(11):725–728.
Author Speaks
“We report the case of a 37-year-old woman suffering from recurrent episodes of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome secondary to severely resistant systemic lupus erythematosus. We hope that this case illustrates the importance of early diagnosis and treatment in ensuring that the radiological and clinical findings are reversed. We thank all the teams involved in the patient’s care at the Royal Free Hospital, whose hard work resulted in a positive outcome for the patient, and we thank the editorial team at the International Journal of Case Reports and Images for publishing this patient’s interesting case and striking images.”
– Dr. Melissa Ng (Author)
