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Case Reports
. 2010 Jul-Aug;32(4):447.e3-5.
doi: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2009.11.006. Epub 2009 Dec 16.

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in chronic alcoholism with acute psychiatric symptoms

Ryo Kimura  1 , Makoto Yanagida, Aki Kugo, Satoki Taguchi, Hidenori Matsunaga
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Case Reports

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in chronic alcoholism with acute psychiatric symptoms

Ryo Kimura et al. Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 2010 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

Objective: To highlight the association between posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) and chronic alcoholism.

Methods: We present a case report, a review of the literature and a discussion.

Results: We report on the case of a 51-year-old man with chronic alcoholism, who suddenly developed visual disturbance and confusion. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on admission demonstrated abnormal findings. However, clinical symptoms and imaging promptly improved, indicating the diagnosis of PRES.

Conclusion: PRES should be considered when making a diagnosis for disturbed consciousness in alcoholic patients.

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