A Rare Clinical Entity: Pineal Apoplexy

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 11

Abstract

Pineal apoplexy is a rare clinical entity. Here we are reporting a case of pineal apoplexy who presented with headache, vomiting and altered sensorium. Neuroimaging of head revealed hemorrhage in pineal gland with hydrocephalus. Patient was managed conservatively.

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Dr Shashikant 1

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Dr Shashikant 1 (2018). A Rare Clinical Entity: Pineal Apoplexy. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 6(11), 492-493. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-507321