Transient ischaemic attack: an exceptional presenting syndrome of a superior sagittal sinus thrombosis. (21st November 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Scuotto, Assunta; D'Avanzo, Raffaele; Natale, Massimo; Rotondo, Michele
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2013
• Publication Date: 2013-11-21
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-200894
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : We report a case of a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) as an exceptionally rare form of cerebral vein thrombosis. A 41-year-old man presented with a headache and five episodes of a transient left hemiparesis lasting approximately 10–15 min over the course of 2 weeks. Arterial origins of the disease were ruled out by detailed investigations. However, MR venography revealed a superior sagittal sinus thrombosis with numerous prominent collateral venous channels. No parenchymal lesion was seen. After medical therapy, no further transient neurological deficit occurred. Follow-up MR venography showed sinus recanalisation.