Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome

Semin Ultrasound CT MR. 2014 Apr;35(2):118-35. doi: 10.1053/j.sult.2013.09.007.

Abstract

Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a complex disorder, our understanding of which continues to evolve. PRES has many clinical associations, many causative factors, a variety of imaging manifestations, and its pathophysiology remains a topic of debate. There are also many other disorders that may mimic PRES. We present a concise review of PRES to enable the radiologist to more readily and easily recognize this treatable disorder with important clinical implications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brain / pathology*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Nerve Fibers, Myelinated / pathology*
  • Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome / pathology*