Cerebral edema, or brain swelling, occurs when fluid accumulates in the brain, increasing pressure and reducing oxygen flow, which can lead to irreversible damage or fatality if untreated. Symptoms ...

Dr. Viral S. Shah: A 26-year-old woman was transferred to this hospital because of respiratory failure and altered mental status. The patient had been in her usual state of health until 3 days before ...

Cerebral edema is when fluid builds up around the brain, causing an increase in pressure known as intracranial pressure. Symptoms can include headaches, nausea, dizziness, and more. Swelling or ...

A 51 year-old man was unresponsive after a cardiac arrest. Neurological examination demonstrated intact brainstem reflexes and extensor posturing. No evidence of cortical function was present. Anoxic ...

A 46 year-old man was unresponsive after a cardiac arrest. Neurological examination demonstrated extensor posturing and bilateral dilated pupils. Anoxic Encephalopathy (Diffuse Cerebral Edema): Axial ...

Dl-3n-butylphthalide can effectively treat cerebral ischemia; however, the mechanisms underlying the effects of dl-3n-butylphthalide on microcirculation disorders following diffuse brain injury remain ...