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[Balo's concentric sclerosis].
A S Kotov1, S G Dolgova1, M S Bunak1
1Moscow Regional Research and Clinical Institute, Moscow, Russia.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|August 14, 2019
Summary
Balo's concentric sclerosis (BCS) is a rare demyelinating disease affecting young adults. This case report details a 27-year-old woman diagnosed with BCS, highlighting its varied presentation.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
- Demyelinating Diseases
Background:
- Balo's concentric sclerosis (BCS) is a rare, distinct form of demyelinating disease.
- First described by Josef Balo in 1928, BCS predominantly affects young adults.
- The average age of onset is 34 years, with a wide range (3-62 years).
Observation:
- This report focuses on a 27-year-old female patient.
- The patient presented with acute onset of progressive right-side pyramidal weakness.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) was crucial in diagnosing the condition.
Findings:
- MRI revealed a characteristic pattern of demyelination consistent with Balo's concentric sclerosis.
- The imaging findings confirmed a variant presentation of this rare neurological disorder.
- The patient's symptoms and MRI results align with established BCS characteristics.
Implications:
- This case contributes to understanding the diverse clinical and radiological manifestations of BCS.
- Accurate and timely diagnosis through MRI is vital for managing this rare demyelinating condition.
- Further research into BCS pathogenesis and treatment strategies is warranted based on such case reports.
Keywords:
Balo's concentric sclerosis
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