Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) encompasses a constellation of symptoms caused by elevated intracranial pressure of unclear etiology. Various associations have been described, rarely hypovitaminosis D. Vitamin D deficiency should be considered as a potential etiology of neurological manifestations like PTC and seizures in children. Early diagnosis and correction of vitamin D deficiency is key to preventing morbidity and achieving good outcomes.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8695 | DOI Listing |
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