Title: A Rare Clinical Entity: Pineal Apoplexy
Authors: Dr A.K. Singh, Dr A.K. Nigam, Dr Shashikant
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i11.87
Abstract
Pineal apoplexy is a rare clinical entity. Here we are reporting a case of pineal apoplexy who presented with headache, vomiting and altered sensorium. Neuroimaging of head revealed hemorrhage in pineal gland with hydrocephalus. Patient was managed conservatively.
Keywords: Pineal gland, Apoplexy, Obstructive hydrocephalus.
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