Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in a bilateral lung transplant recipient with subtherapeutic tacrolimus levels: a case report

This case highlights the multifactorial nature of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome and the need for vigilance even when immunosuppressant levels are subtherapeutic. Early recognition and timely management can prevent irreversible neurological injury, with important implications for transplant care and immunosuppressive therapy monitoring.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
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2026-03-22
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-026-05964-6
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Neurological Complications and Syndromes
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Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in a bilateral lung transplant recipient with subtherapeutic tacrolimus levels: a case report

Arthas Flabouris, Aashish Maurya
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Neurological Complications and Syndromes
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Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in a bilateral lung transplant recipient with subtherapeutic tacrolimus levels: a case report

Arthas Flabouris, Aashish Maurya
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Abstract

This case highlights the multifactorial nature of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome and the need for vigilance even when immunosuppressant levels are subtherapeutic. Early recognition and timely management can prevent irreversible neurological injury, with important implications for transplant care and immunosuppressive therapy monitoring.

Journal of Medical Case Reports
Royal Adelaide Hospital (AU), The University of Adelaide (AU)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 23%
Neurological Complications and Syndromes
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