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[Benign intracranial hypertension syndrome]
Klinicheskaia Meditsina
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Benign intracranial hypertension (BIH) in 45 patients, primarily women, often linked to obesity and pregnancy, typically presents with headaches and visual changes. Most patients experience a favorable prognosis with recovery, though some may have residual symptoms or recurrence.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
Context:
- Benign intracranial hypertension (BIH) is a neurological condition affecting cerebrospinal fluid pressure.
- This study observed 45 patients diagnosed with BIH, analyzing demographic, clinical, and etiological factors.
Purpose:
- To investigate the clinical presentation, potential causes, and outcomes of benign intracranial hypertension.
- To identify common characteristics and risk factors associated with BIH in a patient cohort.
Summary:
- The study included 45 BIH patients (41 women, 4 men), with BIH developing during gestation (22), menopause (4), hypothyroidism (2), infections (2), head injury (2), and galactorrhea-amenorrhea (1).
- Obesity was prevalent (33/41 women). Common symptoms included headaches, papilledema (congested optic discs), and elevated cerebrospinal fluid pressure.
- Prognosis was generally favorable, with 19 patients fully recovering, 25 experiencing mild headaches, and one with amaurosis. Three women had recurrent BIH.
Impact:
- Findings highlight the association of BIH with specific conditions like pregnancy and obesity.
- Understanding these associations can aid in earlier diagnosis and management of BIH.
- The study contributes to the knowledge of BIH's varied etiology and clinical course, informing patient care and prognosis.