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Idiopathic intracranial hypertension

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Link to WHO Definition

Idiopathic intracranial hypertension – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/815670637

This is a syndrome of elevated pressure inside the brain, in the absence of a mass lesion, venous thrombosis and abnormalities of the brain parenchyma. It is associated with several aetiological factors including weight gain, iron deficiency, endocrine abnormalities and medications. Clinical features include headaches, visual disturbances and papilloedema.