Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Abstract
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) also known as pseudotumor cerebri is characterized by increased intracranial pressure of unknown cause and is usually seen in young obese women. There is rise in incidence of IIH but only a little progression made in determining its pathogenesis and treatment. To study the clinical profile of patients with IIH. To correlate the presenting symptoms with the examination findings and radiological features and to assess the severity based on these clinical, radiological features. Patients who presented to Government General Hospital, Guntur between September 2020 and August 2023 and diagnosed with IIH were extensively studied. 80 cases met Friedman and Jacobson criteria for IIH, of which 72(90%) were females and 8 (10%) were males. Significant association with obesity has been established and a direct correlation observed between cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) opening pressure and body mass index (BMI) and also clinical visual symptoms and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings. IIH is a serious and challenging condition with a significant burden on individual and health care system. A prompt diagnosis and accurate management are required to avoid permanent visual loss for the patient. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), headache, Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure, obesity, papilledema.
How to cite this article:
Bindu Narmada Gottipati, N. V. Sundarachari and Praveen Chanumolu. A Study of Clinical Etiological and Radiological Profile of Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension at a
Tertiary Care Center.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.5.138.144
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2024.5.138.144