Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) in post liver transplantation

Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2023 Mar;115(3):138-140. doi: 10.17235/reed.2022.8694/2022.

Abstract

PRES (posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome) is a neurological condition characterised by epileptic seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances and/or headache with typical neuroimaging showing reversible subcortical vasogenic oedema mainly in parieto-occipital regions. The pathophysiological mechanism is not fully understood. We present a clinical case in the field of liver transplantation where tacrolimus neurotoxicity may play a relevant role in the development of this syndrome.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Liver Transplantation* / adverse effects
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome* / diagnostic imaging
  • Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome* / etiology