The incidence and prevalance of idiopathic intracranial hypertension in south Sharaqiah region, Oman

Abstract

This study shows that the incidence in south Sharqiyah is comparable to that of other countries. Females and obese patients are at a higher risk of developing IIH. Obesity is not a risk factor in males and children. Nearly 60% of the females in the child bearing age were obese.