CASE 158 History: A 25-year-old woman presents with a 4-month history of severe postural headaches. 1. What should be included in the differential diagnosis? (Choose all that apply.) b. Meningitis e. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension 2. What is the mechanism of pachymeningeal enhancement in patients with intracranial hypotension? a. Enlargement of the epidural space 3. Which of the following studies would assist in identifying the cause of the problem? a. Contrast-enhanced CT scan of the brain b. Myelography and postmyelography CT scan c. Cine cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow study 4. What is a treatment option for this condition? a. Ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement
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