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Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ... may precede the neurologic ... on MRA/CTA • Anterior ... epilepticus Treatment ... underlying cause • Treatment
Emergency Treatment Algorithm for Convulsive Status Epilepticus 
 1. ABCDEFG (ABC's and Don't Ever Forget the
Emergency Treatment ... Algorithm for Convulsive ... #Algorithm #Convulsive ... #management #neurology ... #seizures #ACEP
CNS Manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Clinical Manifestations: Demyelinating Syndrome, Headache, Movement disorders, Seizure disorders, Aseptic
Meningitis, Myelopathy, Encephalopathy ... Cerebrovascular Disease, PRES ... Lumbar Puncture, EEG ... Secondary prevention (statin ... Erythematosus #SLE #CNS #neurology
The algorithm below shows how pre-test probability could be combined with various criteria to determine which
short course of treatment ... probably much higher (e.g ... provide empiric treatment ... acyclovir to all encephalopathic ... and immunologic status
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Medications: K+, ACEi ... heparinized tube) • ECG ... Optimize volume status ... Terbutaline 7 µg/kg ... #potassium #nephrology
MGH Status Epilepticus Treatment Protocol
1st line (seizures ongoing for 5-10 mins): 
 - Lorazepam 4mg IV
Treatment Protocol ... over 5 min (need EKG ... pre/post) 3rd ... #Protocol #algorithm ... #neurology #management