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The reversal sign.

G Vergote1, H Vandeperre, R De Man

  • 1Department of Radiology, H. Hart Ziekenhuis, Roeselare, Belgium.

Neuroradiology
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
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A rare "reversal sign" on CT scans in bacterial meningitis indicates severe brain damage. This finding suggests a poor prognosis for patients with this serious infection.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Bacterial meningitis is a critical infection affecting the central nervous system.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • A 36-year-old female patient presented with bacterial meningitis.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) imaging after resuscitation revealed a distinctive "reversal sign."

Findings:

  • The "reversal sign" on CT is a notable radiological finding.
  • Its pathogenesis is debated, but it signifies extensive brain injury.

Implications:

  • The presence of the "reversal sign" is associated with a poor prognosis.
  • This sign highlights the severity of neurological damage in bacterial meningitis.