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Computed tomography in Herpes simplex encephalitis.

D M Kaufman, R D Zimmerman, N E Leeds

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    |October 1, 1979
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    Computed cranial tomography (CT) detects Herpes simplex encephalitis early. CT scans revealed temporal lobe abnormalities in all eight patients, aiding timely diagnosis and treatment.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Radiology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Herpes simplex encephalitis is a severe neurological condition.
    • Early diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment and improved patient outcomes.

    Observation:

    • Computed cranial tomography (CT) was performed on eight patients diagnosed with Herpes simplex encephalitis.
    • Imaging focused on identifying characteristic changes within the brain.

    Findings:

    • All patients exhibited areas of decreased attenuation on CT scans, primarily in the temporal lobes.
    • These affected areas frequently extended to the insular cortex and sometimes the frontal or parietal lobes.
    • CT changes were observable between the third and eleventh day of illness, regardless of patient consciousness level.

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    Implications:

    • CT demonstrates Herpes simplex encephalitis changes earlier than isotopic brain scans, electroencephalograms, or cerebral angiograms.
    • This early detection capability of CT is therapeutically significant for managing Herpes simplex encephalitis.
    • CT imaging provides a valuable tool for prompt diagnosis and intervention in Herpes simplex encephalitis cases.