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Positron Emission Tomography Using 64-Copper as a Tracer for the Study of Copper-Related Disorders
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Wilson's disease--a rare psychiatric presentation.

V K Aravind1, V D Krishnaram, V Neethiarau

  • 1Ram Psychiatric Institute, Madurai 625020.

Journal of the Indian Medical Association
|February 2, 2010
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Wilson's disease can present with neurological symptoms like movement disorders and behavioral changes. Early diagnosis, even without typical signs, is possible through MRI and urinary copper tests.

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Positron Emission Tomography Using 64-Copper as a Tracer for the Study of Copper-Related Disorders
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Published on: April 28, 2023

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Metabolic Disorders

Background:

  • Wilson's disease is a genetic disorder of copper metabolism.
  • Neurological and psychiatric symptoms are common presentations.

Observation:

  • A male patient developed extrapyramidal syndrome (rigidity, bradykinesia, dysphagia, dysarthria) and mania-like behavioral disturbances.
  • Symptoms occurred over five years with periods of remission.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis of Wilson's disease was confirmed despite absence of Kayser-Fleischer rings and normal serum copper/ceruloplasmin.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and a positive penicillamine challenge test with increased 24-hour urinary copper levels were key diagnostic factors.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering Wilson's disease in atypical neurological presentations.
  • Emphasizes the utility of advanced imaging and biochemical testing for diagnosis when classical signs are absent.