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Peritoneal dialysis international: journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis 16(6):644. · 2.10 Impact Factor
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American Journal of Nephrology 21(6):514-6. · 2.54 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome is a brain disorder characterized by headache, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbance, depressed level of consciousness, convulsions and occasionally focal neurologic deficits. It is commonly associated with malignant hypertension, toxemia of pregnancy or the use of immunosuppressive agents. Early diagnosis and specific treatment is essential. We report a case of reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy in the context of a hypertensive crisis in an habitual cocaine sniffer. Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy must be suspected in every patient with hypertensive crisis and compatible clinic manifestation. Neuroimaging studies show characteristic features which confirm the diagnosis.
Nefrologia: publicacion oficial de la Sociedad Espanola Nefrologia 21(3):305-8. · 1.00 Impact Factor