Abstract:Background: Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), or pseudotumor cerebri, is an increase in intracranial pressure due to unknown etiology. Presentation in infancy is extremely rare. Little is known about infantile IIH and age-specific treatment guidelines are lacking. Methods: Patient data was obtained from medical records at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. A literature review of infantile IIH was performed. Results: A previously healthy 9-month-old boy presented with irritability, decreased … Show more
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