Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) and systemic lupus erythematosus: report of two cases.
Rev Bras Reumatol
; 52(5): 804-10, 2012 Oct.
Article
em En, Pt
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-23090381
The posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a novel entity clinically manifested by headache, changes of sensorium, seizures, and visual loss. PRES pathogenesis has not been fully clarified. The entity can be associated to a variety of clinical conditions, mainly hypertension, renal insufficiency and immunosuppressive therapy. A possible link of autoimmune disorders with PRES has been recently hypothesized. We herein describe two cases of systemic lupus erythematosus whereby PRES was triggered by different factors.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Síndrome da Leucoencefalopatia Posterior
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Lúpus Eritematoso Sistêmico
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
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Pt
Revista:
Rev Bras Reumatol
Ano de publicação:
2012
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de publicação:
Brasil