Idiopathic intracranial hypertension Flashcards

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What is intracranial hypertension?

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Increased pressure inside the skull

Intracranial hypertension means that the pressure of the fluid that surrounds the brain (cerebrospinal fluid or CSF) is too high

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What are the main symptoms of intracranial hypertension?

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Severe headache, which may be worse in the morning

Temporary or permanent vision loss

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What are the causes for intracranial hypertension?

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Blood clots due to severe head injury or stroke
Brain tumours
Brain infection
Hydrocephalus

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How would you diagnose intracranial hypertension?

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Examination of nerves and reflexes

Assessment of eyes and vision

CT or MRI

Lumbar puncture

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How would you manage intracranial hypertension?

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  1. Losing weight
  2. Stopping contraceptive medication
  3. Diuretics
  4. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors to suppress the production of CSF (acetazolamide)

Surgery, if lifestyle changes and medication isn’t enough

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