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[Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy: significance in everyday clinical practice]
M Togni1, N J Müller, S Sartoretti
1Medizinische Klinik, Universitätsspital Zürich.
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|July 22, 1997
Summary
Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy (PLE) is a syndrome often caused by high blood pressure and other neurotoxic conditions. Prompt recognition and treatment, like blood pressure control, can reverse PLE symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
Background:
- Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy (PLE) is an emerging neurological syndrome.
- It shares clinical similarities with hypertensive encephalopathy.
Observation:
- This report details three cases of PLE.
- One patient presented with transient hydrocephalus potentially linked to PLE.
Findings:
- PLE is associated with uncontrolled hypertension and various neurotoxic conditions.
- Radiological findings are characteristic of this syndrome.
Implications:
- Awareness of PLE is crucial for clinicians to avoid unnecessary diagnostic procedures.
- Treatment involves managing elevated blood pressure and addressing underlying neurotoxic causes like uremia.