Ocular Dysfunctions Presenting in Tacrolimus-Induced Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome: A Case Presentation.
PM R
; 10(1): 105-111, 2018 01.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-28911995
ABSTRACT
The constellation of ocular symptoms known as Balint syndrome is a rare disorder seen in bilateral parieto-occipital lesions and is most frequently due to arterial occlusive disease or acute hypertension. Here we present the case of a patient with tacrolimus-induced posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) who presented with optic ataxia, simultanagnosia, and ocular apraxia. These ocular findings, consistent with Balint syndrome, are rarely the initial presentation of PRES. This case highlights the importance of early recognition of this unusual phenomenon, as well as the importance of an individualized rehabilitation plan to maximize functional independence in these patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Apraxias
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Tacrolimus
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Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome
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Cogan Syndrome
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
PM R
Journal subject:
MEDICINA FISICA
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REABILITACAO
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TRAUMATOLOGIA
Year:
2018
Document type:
Article
Publication country:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA