Imaging of neurologic complications associated with pregnancy

The occurrence of a neurologic event during pregnancy or the puerperium may have devastating consequences for mother and child. It is imperative that the radiologist be familiar with the entities likely to be encountered in pregnancy so that these patients can be examined rapidly and efficiently. The importance of early and accurate diagnostic imaging is underscored by the fact that most patients are otherwise young and healthy, and prompt institution of appropriate therapy can result in complete recovery. In this report, we illustrate some of the more common neurologic complications that occur during pregnancy and the immediate postpartum period.