Pathophysiological aspects of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in two peritoneal-dialyzed children

Abstract

Hypotension, blood pressure fluctuation, and endothelial impairment indicate possible additive pathophysiological aspects in the development of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in children on peritoneal dialysis.

Keywords: Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome; arterial hypotension; blood pressure; peritoneal dialysis; seizures.