A case of Hashimoto’s encephalopathy mimicking posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome

Hashimoto’s encephalopathy (HE) is a rare disease of the central nervous system characterized by diverse neurological symptoms associated with elevated levels of antithyroid antibodies. Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a clinico-radiological syndrome characterized by typical ma...

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Main Authors: Yoonjeong Na, Jung-Ju Lee, Byung-Kun Kim, Kyusik Kang, Woong-Woo Lee, Ilhan Yoo, Namoh Kim, Michelle Sojung Youn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Encephalitis and Neuroinflammation Society 2025-07-01
Series:Encephalitis
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Online Access:http://encephalitisjournal.org/upload/pdf/encephalitis-2025-00038.pdf
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Summary:Hashimoto’s encephalopathy (HE) is a rare disease of the central nervous system characterized by diverse neurological symptoms associated with elevated levels of antithyroid antibodies. Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a clinico-radiological syndrome characterized by typical manifestations such as severe headache, altered mental status, visual impairment, seizures, and vasogenic edema. We experienced a patient with HE presenting with PRES who showed remarkable improvement subsequent to treatment with anti-seizure medication and corticosteroids. This case report underscores potential pathomechanisms and clinical significance.
ISSN:2765-4559
2734-1461