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Magnetic resonance angiography in meningovascular syphilis
J Gállego1, G Soriano, J L Zubieta
1Servicio de Neurología, Hospital de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain.
Neuroradiology
|April 1, 1994
Abstract:
Meningovascular neurosyphilis (MN) is an unusual cause of stroke in young adults. The clinical manifestations include prodromal symptoms weeks or months before definitive stroke. The diagnosis is based on clinical findings and examination of the serum and cerebrospinal fluid. We report a case of MN with basilar artery irregularities demonstrated by magnetic resonance angiography.
Insights
Meningovascular neurosyphilis, a rare cause of stroke in young adults, can present with subtle early symptoms. This case highlights basilar artery irregularities in neurosyphilis diagnosed via angiography.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Meningovascular neurosyphilis (MN) is an uncommon cause of stroke, particularly in younger individuals.
- Clinical presentation may include prodromal symptoms preceding the stroke by weeks or months.
- Diagnosis relies on clinical evaluation and laboratory tests of serum and cerebrospinal fluid.