The Creutz of a veteran’s life: an emergency department presentation of rapidly progressive dementia and myoclonus—a case report

Despite its rarity, CJD is on the rise and ED providers should have a high suspicion in patients with rapid neurologic decline. Performing a LP, advocating for brain MRI and neurology consultation can play a pivotal role in the patient's care. Understanding how this disease process spreads and how to properly dispose of waste products is essential for the hospital system and the ED provider.