Abstract
Hypertensive encephalopathy is an acute hypertensive syndrome characterized by seizures, decreased conscious level and sensory disturbance. We present a case of a patient who developed hypertensive encephalopathy in association with nephrotic syndrome, and discuss possible factors linking the two conditions.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1750-1752 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Nephron Dialysis Transplantation |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 1999 |
Keywords
- cortical blindness
- hypertensive encephalopathy
- nephrotic syndrome
- tibolone