Neurogenic Pulmonary Edema Associated with Underlying Lung Disease after a Breakthrough Seizure
Joint Authors
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-08-02
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Neurogenic pulmonary edema (NPE) can result from various central nervous system disorders such as brain malignancies, traumatic brain injuries, infections, and seizures.
Although the pathogenesis is not completely understood, NPE creates an increase in pulmonary interstitial and alveolar fluid.
It has been reported with prolonged seizure activity.
Treatment for NPE is largely supportive.
If unrecognized, it can lead to hypoxia and respiratory arrest.
We report a case of NPE in a middle-aged female patient following a breakthrough seizure in whom an immunological cause for respiratory findings was high on the differential list, based on her past medical history and chronicity of symptoms.
Rapid symptomatic and radiological improvement following hospitalization led to the correct diagnosis.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Dutta, Gaurav& Demetis, Spiro. 2012. Neurogenic Pulmonary Edema Associated with Underlying Lung Disease after a Breakthrough Seizure. Case Reports in Medicine،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480824
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Dutta, Gaurav& Demetis, Spiro. Neurogenic Pulmonary Edema Associated with Underlying Lung Disease after a Breakthrough Seizure. Case Reports in Medicine No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480824
American Medical Association (AMA)
Dutta, Gaurav& Demetis, Spiro. Neurogenic Pulmonary Edema Associated with Underlying Lung Disease after a Breakthrough Seizure. Case Reports in Medicine. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480824
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-480824