Central Pontine Myelinolysis (CPM): One Case Report

Authors

  • Pichan Wutisatirapinyo, M.D. Department of Medicine, Samutsongkram Hospital

Abstract

          Central pontine myeIinoIysis(CPM) is emphasized as an important complication. It has been associated with severe hyponatremie and rapid therapy. The cause and pathogenesis of CPM remain unknown. Typically the clinical symptoms quadriparesis with pseudobulbar pulsies including dysarthria and dysphagia, worsen rapidly 1-3 days alter correction of hyponatremia. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRl)  may help diagnosis, but CT is often normal. The mortality rate is high.

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Published

2018-08-24

How to Cite

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Wutisatirapinyo P. Central Pontine Myelinolysis (CPM): One Case Report. Reg 4-5 Med J [internet]. 2018 Aug. 24 [cited 2026 Feb. 23];13(4):321-5. available from: https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/reg45/article/view/142005