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[Cerebral venous thrombosis in Behçet's disease (author's transl)]

M G Bousser, O Bletry, M Launay

    Revue Neurologique
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed

    Insights

    Behcet's disease can manifest as cerebral venous thrombosis, affecting dural sinuses or cerebral veins. This rare presentation, even without other neurological signs, can have a favorable outcome with appropriate management.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Vascular Medicine
    • Rheumatology

    Background:

    • Behcet's disease is a multisystemic inflammatory disorder.
    • Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is a rare but serious complication.
    • Neuro-Behcet's typically involves parenchymal brain lesions or meningitis.

    Observation:

    • Two patients with Behcet's disease presented with angiographically confirmed CVT.
    • CVT involved dural sinuses in one patient and an internal cerebral vein in the other.
    • Cerebral venous thrombosis was the initial manifestation in both cases, preceding other "Neuro-Behcet's" symptoms.

    Findings:

    • Cerebral venous thrombosis occurred in the absence of typical "Neuro-Behcet's" signs.
    • The specific venous localizations (dural sinus, internal cerebral vein) are unusual.
    • Diagnostic and treatment challenges associated with CVT in Behcet's disease were noted.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the diverse neurological manifestations of Behcet's disease.
    • Emphasizes the importance of considering CVT in Behcet's patients presenting with neurological symptoms.
    • Suggests that CVT as an initial manifestation can have a favorable prognosis.
    • Underscores the need for further research into the mechanisms and optimal management of CVT in Behcet's disease.

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