Binswanger's disease: its association with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea

Subacute arteriosclerotic encephalopathy, also known as Binswanger's disease, is a rare subtype of vascular dementia. A case of probable Binswanger's disease in a patient with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea is presented. Following the case presentation is a discussion of vascular dementia, with emphasis on Binswanger's disease, specifically the historical aspects, clinical features, neuroimaging and pathological features. Also covered is the correlation between hypertension, one of the most important risk factors for Binswanger's disease, and obstructive sleep apnea.