Pseudotumor Cerebri

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Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known by the name idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and associated headaches, papilledema, vision changes, or pulsatile tinnitus in the setting of normal imaging and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies. It mainly affects overweight women of child-bearing age, however women of all ages, men, and children of both sexes may also be affected. There are multiple hypotheses about the etiology of PTC including decreased CSF absorption and/or increased CSF production. Regardless of the etiology, this disorder can become debilitating and may lead to permanent vision loss. Thus timely diagnosis and treatment is a must.