Show pageBacklinksCite current pageExport to PDFBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. ====== Reversible cerebral vasoconstrictive syndrome ====== Reversible cerebral vasoconstrictive syndrome (RCVS) (AKA benign cerebral angiopathy or vasculitis): severe H/A with paroxysmal onset, ± neurologic deficit, and string of beads appearance on angiography of cerebral vessels that usually clears in 1–3 months. > 50% report prior use of vasoconstrictive substances (cocaine, marijuana, nasal decongestants, ergot derivatives, SSRIs, [[interferon]], nicotine patches) sometimes combined with binge drinking. May also occur post-partum. Complications occurred in 24% including: a) usually during the 1st week: SAH, ICH, seizures, RPLS b) usually during the 2nd week: ischemic events (TIA, stroke) reversible_cerebral_vasoconstrictive_syndrome.txt Last modified: 2024/06/07 02:51by 127.0.0.1