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A Case of Sturge–Weber Syndrome with Bilateral Leptomeningeal Involvement

Abstract

A 40-year-old man with a diagnosis of Sturge–Weber Syndrome (SWS) was admitted to hospital with fever and urosepsis. The sequelae of this condition include seizures, intellectual disability, bilateral glaucoma, hypothyroidism, and diffuse port-wine stain. He was also noted to have several pyogenic granulomas and a large capillary malformation of the lower lip, with associated bleeding risk. Clinical images highlight the diagnostic cues and dermatologic manifestations that are associated with SWS. Management of patients with this condition requires multidisciplinary care of the neurologic, endocrine, and vascular complications of SWS, in addition to extensive psychosocial support.

Authors

Anvari S; Dalmia S; Patel A

Journal

Canadian Journal of General Internal Medicine, Vol. 17, No. 2, pp. 2–4

Publisher

University of Toronto Press

Publication Date

June 21, 2022

DOI

10.22374/cjgim.v17i2.566

ISSN

1911-1606
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