Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome in the Postpartum Period: A Rare Entity With Atypical Presentation.
Cureus April 1, 2025 Auriane Leslie Kouam Djembi, Marie-Anne Labaisse, Thibault Warlop et al. 1 citation
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a rare brain condition that can occur after childbirth, even in women with normal blood pressure. A case is reported of a first-time mother who developed severe neurological symptoms, including temporary blindness and memory loss, after delivery. Brain imaging showed swelling in unusual areas such as the temporal lobes, hippocampi, and thalami. Special MRI techniques helped distinguish PRES from early stroke, which is critical for proper treatment. The case demonstrates that PRES should be considered in postpartum patients with serious neurological symptoms, regardless of blood pressure or protein levels. Early recognition is important because the syndrome is reversible with timely care.