Isolated Central Nervous System Angiitis First Presenting as Spontaneous Intracranial Hemorrhage

José Biller, Christopher M. Loftus, Steven A. Moore, Robert L. Schelper, Kelly R. Danks, Steven H. Cornell

Neurosurgery · 1987 · 42 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

Two cases of isolated central nervous system angiitis presenting as spontaneous intracranial hemorrhage are reported. The usefulness and limitations of cortical/leptomeningeal biopsy in this condition is described. Emphasis is placed on the clinical awareness of this unusual association to ensure early recognition and prompt management with immunosuppressive therapy.