Reversible brain atrophy and subcortical high signal on MRI in a patient with anorexia nervosa

Neuroradiology. 2001 Oct;43(10):838-40. doi: 10.1007/s002340100589.

Abstract

Anorexia nervosa (AN), usually seen in young girls, is characterised by severe emaciation induced by self-imposed starvation. Enlargement of the ventricular system and sulci has been reported, as has high signal on T2-weighted images. We present a case with atrophic changes and high signal on T2-weighted images, which resolved completely following weight gain.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Anorexia Nervosa / complications*
  • Anorexia Nervosa / therapy
  • Atrophy / etiology
  • Brain / pathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Remission Induction
  • Weight Gain