Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT)
Abstract
Altered mental status, which affects four to ten percent of emergency hospital patients, is a common symptom. Without a lot of information from the lab, radiography, and physical exam, determining the aetiology could be challenging. The provider's clinical judgement is used to guide the diagnosis procedure based on the available history. As a result, if a reasonable suspicion is not present when examining alternative reasons, less common diagnosis may be overlooked or delayed. CVST (cerebral venous sinus thrombosis) is an uncommon and poorly understood condition with a high rate of morbidity and mortality. Summary: CVST is a rare yet life-threatening condition that strikes teenagers and young adults. Its natural manifestations might range from mild to spectacular and deep. However, if detected early enough, adequate therapy can often lead to total recovery. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Venography (MRV) is the current gold standard for diagnosing CVST, while Computed Tomography Venography (CTV) has been demonstrated to be almost as good in detecting CVST. When MRV is not easily available, this is critical because it speeds up the virus's disposition and the initiation of anticoagulant medication.
- Publication:
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ECS Transactions
- Pub Date:
- April 2022
- DOI:
- 10.1149/10701.17855ecst
- Bibcode:
- 2022ECSTr.10717855W