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When One Tap Isn't Enough: A Case of Pseudotumor Cerebri Requiring Venous Sinus Stenting

Sherilyn Nguyen1, Nicholas Kato2, Salomon D Salama3

  • 1Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA.

Cureus
|November 18, 2025
PubMed

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Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), or pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), can be caused by cerebral venous sinus stenosis (CVSS). Early diagnosis and treatment of CVSS are crucial to prevent vision loss in PTC patients.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), presents with elevated intracranial pressure.
  • While often idiopathic, secondary causes like cerebral venous sinus stenosis (CVSS) require specific management.
  • Symptoms include headache, pulsatile tinnitus, and visual disturbances, with potential for permanent vision loss if untreated.

Keywords:
cerebral venous sinus stenosisidiopathic intracranial hypertensionlumbar puncture (lp)pseudotumor cerebri (ptc)venous sinus stent

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