EC Gynaecology

Acute severe hypertension occurring often in the setting of eclampsia or renal failure, may result in posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome. An uncommon clinical and radiological entity that requires prompt multi-disciplinary management in order to avoid further complications. We share with readers a case of post-partum eclampsia followed by PRES, managed in intensive care unit with favorable outcome.

 Keywords: Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome; Eclampsia; Post-Partum; Case Report

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