Lateralization of Hypoglycemic Encephalopathy: Evidence of a Mechanism of Selective Vulnerability
Journal of Clinical Neurology
;
: 104-108, 2010.
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em Inglês
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
One of the characteristics of hypoglycemic encephalopathy (HE) is selective vulnerability of different brain regions. CASE REPORT We observed a patient with unilateral HE affecting the right internal capsule and the subcortical white matter. The patient had a preexisting stroke in the opposite hemisphere. The hemisphere that was affected by HE exhibited greater regional blood flow (single positron-emission tomography) and higher fractional anisotropy (diffusion-tensor imaging) than the unaffected hemisphere.CONCLUSIONS:
This case suggests that the degree of metabolism required to maintain the function of brain structures and neuronal integrity is an important factor determining the selective vulnerability in HE.
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Assunto principal:
Fluxo Sanguíneo Regional
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Encéfalo
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Anisotropia
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Cápsula Interna
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Acidente Vascular Cerebral
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Neurônios
Limite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Journal of Clinical Neurology
Ano de publicação:
2010
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