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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy | |||
| synonyms = [[Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome]] (PRES) | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Headache]], [[seizures]], [[altered mental status]], [[visual disturbances]] | |||
| complications = [[Cerebral edema]], [[intracerebral hemorrhage]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Reversible with treatment | |||
| causes = Severe [[hypertension]], [[eclampsia]], [[renal failure]], [[immunosuppressive therapy]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[kidney disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Stroke]], [[encephalitis]], [[meningitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Blood pressure management]], [[anticonvulsants]], [[supportive care]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy''' is a medical condition characterized by a sudden increase in blood pressure that results in damage to the white matter of the brain. This condition is often associated with severe hypertension, and can lead to a variety of neurological symptoms. | '''Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy''' is a medical condition characterized by a sudden increase in blood pressure that results in damage to the white matter of the brain. This condition is often associated with severe hypertension, and can lead to a variety of neurological symptoms. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, but often include [[headache]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[seizures]], and changes in mental status such as confusion or lethargy. In severe cases, it can lead to [[coma]] or death. | The symptoms of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, but often include [[headache]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[seizures]], and changes in mental status such as confusion or lethargy. In severe cases, it can lead to [[coma]] or death. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically caused by a sudden increase in blood pressure, often in the context of severe hypertension. This can result in damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to leakage of fluid and blood products into the surrounding brain tissue. This in turn can cause damage to the white matter of the brain, leading to the symptoms of the condition. | Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically caused by a sudden increase in blood pressure, often in the context of severe hypertension. This can result in damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to leakage of fluid and blood products into the surrounding brain tissue. This in turn can cause damage to the white matter of the brain, leading to the symptoms of the condition. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically made based on the clinical symptoms, as well as imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] of the brain. These can show characteristic changes in the white matter of the brain. | The diagnosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically made based on the clinical symptoms, as well as imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] of the brain. These can show characteristic changes in the white matter of the brain. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy primarily involves controlling the blood pressure. This can be done with a variety of medications, depending on the specific circumstances. In some cases, hospitalization may be required for close monitoring and treatment. | The treatment of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy primarily involves controlling the blood pressure. This can be done with a variety of medications, depending on the specific circumstances. In some cases, hospitalization may be required for close monitoring and treatment. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, depending on the severity of the condition and the response to treatment. With prompt and appropriate treatment, many people can recover fully. However, in severe cases, the condition can be life-threatening. | The prognosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, depending on the severity of the condition and the response to treatment. With prompt and appropriate treatment, many people can recover fully. However, in severe cases, the condition can be life-threatening. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
* [[Leukoencephalopathy]] | * [[Leukoencephalopathy]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Hypertension]] | [[Category:Hypertension]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:15, 4 April 2025
| Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Headache, seizures, altered mental status, visual disturbances |
| Complications | Cerebral edema, intracerebral hemorrhage |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Reversible with treatment |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Severe hypertension, eclampsia, renal failure, immunosuppressive therapy |
| Risks | Hypertension, autoimmune disorders, kidney disease |
| Diagnosis | MRI, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Stroke, encephalitis, meningitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Blood pressure management, anticonvulsants, supportive care |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is a medical condition characterized by a sudden increase in blood pressure that results in damage to the white matter of the brain. This condition is often associated with severe hypertension, and can lead to a variety of neurological symptoms.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, but often include headache, nausea, vomiting, seizures, and changes in mental status such as confusion or lethargy. In severe cases, it can lead to coma or death.
Causes[edit]
Hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically caused by a sudden increase in blood pressure, often in the context of severe hypertension. This can result in damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to leakage of fluid and blood products into the surrounding brain tissue. This in turn can cause damage to the white matter of the brain, leading to the symptoms of the condition.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy is typically made based on the clinical symptoms, as well as imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan of the brain. These can show characteristic changes in the white matter of the brain.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy primarily involves controlling the blood pressure. This can be done with a variety of medications, depending on the specific circumstances. In some cases, hospitalization may be required for close monitoring and treatment.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis of hypertensive leukoencephalopathy can vary widely, depending on the severity of the condition and the response to treatment. With prompt and appropriate treatment, many people can recover fully. However, in severe cases, the condition can be life-threatening.
