Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis Presenting as Focal Seizures: A Case Report and Review of Neuroimaging Findings

Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that can present with a wide range of neurological symptoms. This case report reviews a 56-year-old male patient who initially presented with focal seizures, highlighting the importance of considering CVST in the differential diagnosis of new-onset seizures, even in the absence of typical risk factors. The case also emphasizes the challenges in interpreting neuroimaging findings and the value of maintaining a high index of suspicion for CVST.

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Cureus
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2025-01-10
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.77246
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Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis
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Abstract

Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that can present with a wide range of neurological symptoms. This case report reviews a 56-year-old male patient who initially presented with focal seizures, highlighting the importance of considering CVST in the differential diagnosis of new-onset seizures, even in the absence of typical risk factors. The case also emphasizes the challenges in interpreting neuroimaging findings and the value of maintaining a high index of suspicion for CVST.

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