Clinical Spectrum and Management of Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

Conclusions: For classic IIH, medical treatment is recommended for patients with acute presentation as well as mild and moderate opening CSF pressures. Surgery is indicated for patients who fail medical treatment or develop medication intolerance, for patients with subacute and chronic presentations, as well as for patients with severe and fulminant opening CSF pressures. Patients with “borderline” IIH presenting with chronic headache, visual field defects, and “ballooned” partial empty sella respond well to medical treatment.
Source: Neurosurgery Quarterly - Category: Neurosurgery Tags: Original Article Source Type: research