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Multiple cerebral hematoma and viral encephalitis

D Zegers de Beyl, J Noterman, A Martelart

    Neuroradiology
    |August 1, 1980
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    Brain abscess can mimic intracerebral hematoma on CT scans. Autopsy revealed herpes simplex encephalitis as the cause, highlighting its importance in differential diagnosis.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Radiology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Intracerebral hematoma is a common neurological emergency.
    • Brain abscesses present with diverse imaging findings.
    • Herpes simplex virus (HSV) encephalitis can cause atypical neurological presentations.

    Observation:

    • A patient initially diagnosed with brain abscess presented with CT findings of an intracerebral hematoma.
    • Subsequent imaging revealed bilateral spontaneous hyperdense lesions.
    • Autopsy confirmed findings consistent with viral encephalitis, likely HSV.

    Findings:

    • The autopsy findings contradicted the initial CT diagnosis of intracerebral hematoma.
    • The presence of bilateral hyperdense lesions suggested an inflammatory or infectious process.

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  • Histopathology confirmed viral encephalitis, specifically herpes simplex encephalitis.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the necessity of considering viral encephalitis in the differential diagnosis of intracerebral hematoma.
    • Clinical presentation and imaging findings must be integrated for accurate diagnosis.
    • Prompt diagnosis and treatment of HSV encephalitis are crucial to prevent severe neurological sequels.