Mucopolysaccharidosis IIIB, cerebral vasculopathy and recurrent subdural hematoma

Indian Pediatr. 2006 May;43(5):437-40.

Abstract

Mucopolysaccharidoses are characterized by involvement of multiple organs, including blood vessels. We present a case of mucopolysaccharidosis IIIB admitted with recurrent subdural hematoma; further evaluation and dural biopsy revealed an association with cerebral vasculopathy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Hematoma, Subdural / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis III / complications*
  • Recurrence
  • Vasculitis, Central Nervous System / etiology*