Rzekomy guz mózgu (idiopatyczne nadciśnienie śródczaszkowe)
Zapobieganie i profilaktyka

Idiopatyczne nadciśnienie śródczaszkowe (IIH), zwane również rzekomym guzem mózgu, charakteryzuje się podwyższonym ciśnieniem śródczaszkowym bez obecności guza, zakrzepu zatoki żylnej czy innych pierwotnych przyczyn. Schorzenie dotyka głównie kobiety w wieku rozrodczym z nadwagą, a kluczowym czynnikiem ryzyka jest otyłość oraz szybki przyrost masy ciała. Profilaktyka opiera się przede wszystkim na utrzymaniu prawidłowej masy ciała, co potwierdzają badania, zwłaszcza u dzieci. Zalecenia obejmują zdrową, niskotłuszczową dietę, regularną aktywność fizyczną, ograniczenie spożycia sodu, cukrów dodanych, tłuszczów nasyconych i trans oraz unikanie leków indukujących IIH, takich jak kwasy retinowe, tetracykliny, hormony wzrostu, kortykosteroidy i lit. Redukcja masy ciała o 5-10% znacząco poprawia objawy, zmniejszając ciśnienie płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego i obrzęk tarczy nerwu wzrokowego.

Rzekomy guz mózgu (idiopatyczne nadciśnienie śródczaszkowe) – Profilaktyka i zapobieganie

Rzekomy guz mózgu, znany również jako idiopatyczne nadciśnienie śródczaszkowe (IIH), to schorzenie charakteryzujące się podwyższonym ciśnieniem śródczaszkowym przy braku guza mózgu, zakrzepu zatoki żylnej lub innej pierwotnej przyczyny. Dotyka głównie kobiety w wieku rozrodczym z nadwagą. Ponieważ etiologia nie jest w pełni poznana, możliwości pierwotnej profilaktyki są ograniczone, jednak istnieją metody zmniejszenia ryzyka rozwoju tej choroby oraz zapobiegania jej nawrotom.123

Utrzymanie prawidłowej masy ciała

Otyłość jest silnie powiązana z rozwojem idiopatycznego nadciśnienia śródczaszkowego. Utrzymanie prawidłowej masy ciała stanowi najważniejszy element profilaktyki tego schorzenia.456 Wykazano, że nawet szybki przyrost masy ciała, niezależnie od występowania otyłości, może zwiększać ryzyko rozwoju IIH.7 Kontrola masy ciała jest jedyną znaną metodą zapobiegania tej chorobie, co zostało potwierdzone w badaniach prowadzonych szczególnie wśród dzieci.8

Elementy zdrowego stylu życia w profilaktyce IIH

W zapobieganiu rozwojowi rzekomego guza mózgu kluczowe znaczenie mają następujące elementy zdrowego stylu życia:910

  • Stosowanie zdrowej, niskotłuszczowej diety
  • Regularna aktywność fizyczna, nawet w formie codziennego energicznego spaceru
  • Spożywanie dużej ilości warzyw, owoców i pełnoziarnistych produktów
  • Wybieranie chudych mięs i niskotłuszczowych produktów mlecznych
  • Ograniczenie lub unikanie pokarmów o wysokiej zawartości: dodanych cukrów, tłuszczów nasyconych, tłuszczów trans i sodu

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Unikanie czynników ryzyka

W profilaktyce IIH istotne jest unikanie znanych czynników przyczyniających się do rozwoju schorzenia. Obejmuje to unikanie niektórych leków, które mogą indukować rozwój rzekomego guza mózgu:12

  • Kwasy retinowe (witamina A i jej pochodne)
  • Tetracykliny
  • Hormony wzrostu
  • Kortykosteroidy
  • Lit

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Profilaktyka wtórna – zapobieganie nawrotom IIH

Redukcja masy ciała

U pacjentów z już zdiagnozowanym idiopatycznym nadciśnieniem śródczaszkowym, którzy mają nadwagę lub otyłość, redukcja masy ciała jest niezwykle skuteczną metodą zapobiegania nawrotom choroby.1415 Badania wykazały, że utrata zaledwie 5-10% początkowej masy ciała może znacząco poprawić objawy IIH, a nawet doprowadzić do remisji choroby.1617 Obserwuje się zmniejszenie ciśnienia płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego, obrzęku tarczy nerwu wzrokowego i bólów głowy.18 Zaleca się utratę około 0,5 kg tygodniowo przez kilka miesięcy, a następnie utrzymanie osiągniętej redukcji masy ciała.19

W przypadku pacjentów ze znaczną otyłością, którzy nie są w stanie schudnąć za pomocą konwencjonalnych metod, chirurgia bariatryczna może być rozważana jako opcja terapeutyczna.2021

Dieta i modyfikacje żywieniowe

Oprócz ogólnej redukcji masy ciała, istnieją specyficzne zalecenia dietetyczne, które mogą pomóc w zapobieganiu nawrotom IIH:22

  • Dieta o niskiej zawartości soli – ograniczenie spożycia sodu jest pomocnym uzupełnieniem redukcji masy ciała
  • Dieta niskokaloryczna z łagodnym ograniczeniem płynów wydaje się być najskuteczniejsza w przypadku IIH

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Farmakoterapia profilaktyczna

W przypadkach, gdy sama redukcja masy ciała jest niewystarczająca lub niemożliwa do osiągnięcia, farmakoterapia może być stosowana jako metoda zapobiegania nawrotom IIH:2526

  • Inhibitory anhydrazy węglanowej – zmniejszają produkcję płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego, a tym samym obniżają ciśnienie śródczaszkowe:
    • Acetazolamid (Diamox) – najczęściej stosowany lek pierwszego rzutu, choć może powodować parestezje (drętwienie i mrowienie) w kończynach
    • Metazolamid – alternatywa dla acetazolamidu
  • Topiramat (Topamax) – łączy właściwości inhibitora anhydrazy węglanowej z działaniem przeciwpadaczkowym, co może być korzystne u pacjentów z towarzyszącymi bólami głowy
  • Furosemid i inne diuretyki – mogą być stosowane w celu zmniejszenia ciśnienia śródczaszkowego

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Regularne monitorowanie

Kluczowym elementem zapobiegania powikłaniom IIH, zwłaszcza utracie wzroku, jest regularne monitorowanie stanu pacjenta:3031

  • Regularne badania okulistyczne w celu oceny ostrości wzroku i pola widzenia
  • Monitorowanie tarczy nerwu wzrokowego pod kątem obrzęku (papilledema)
  • Natychmiastowa ocena okulistyczna w przypadku pogorszenia objawów

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Leczenie chorób współistniejących

Leczenie chorób współistniejących może również odgrywać rolę w zapobieganiu nawrotom IIH. Szczególnie istotne jest leczenie współistniejących bólów głowy, które często towarzyszą idiopatycznemu nadciśnieniu śródczaszkowemu. Wielu pacjentów z IIH doświadcza również napadów bólu głowy spełniających kryteria migreny.33

W takich przypadkach można rozważyć profilaktyczne leczenie migreny, które obejmuje:34

  • Codzienne doustne leki profilaktyczne
  • Przeciwciała monoklonalne przeciwko CGRP
  • Urządzenia do neuromodulacji
  • Toksyna botulinowa (Botox)
  • Rimegepant (Nurtec ODT) stosowany co drugi dzień
  • Suplementy ziołowe, naturalne i witaminy
  • Jogę i medytację
  • Akupunkturę i akupresurę

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Interwencje zapobiegające progresji choroby

Tymczasowe obniżenie ciśnienia płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego

W przypadkach opornych na leczenie zachowawcze, gdy konieczne jest szybkie obniżenie ciśnienia płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego w celu zapobieżenia utracie wzroku, można rozważyć następujące interwencje:36

  • Powtarzane nakłucia lędźwiowe (punkcje) – służą do tymczasowego usunięcia nadmiaru płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego; traktowane są zwykle jako środek doraźny do czasu wdrożenia leczenia farmakologicznego lub chirurgicznego

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Interwencje chirurgiczne zapobiegające powikłaniom

W przypadkach opornych na leczenie zachowawcze, gdy występuje postępująca utrata wzroku lub uporczywe bóle głowy, interwencje chirurgiczne mogą być konieczne dla zapobieżenia trwałym powikłaniom:3839

  • Fenestracja osłonki nerwu wzrokowego – procedura polegająca na wykonaniu małych nacięć w osłonce nerwu wzrokowego, co umożliwia odpływ płynu mózgowo-rdzeniowego i zmniejsza ucisk na nerw wzrokowy; szczególnie skuteczna w przypadku obrzęku tarczy nerwu wzrokowego z towarzyszącą ciężką utratą wzroku, ale bez znaczących objawów podwyższonego ciśnienia śródczaszkowego
  • Zabiegi odprowadzające płyn mózgowo-rdzeniowy (shunty) – powodują szybkie obniżenie ciśnienia śródczaszkowego i są najbardziej korzystne u pacjentów z utratą wzroku i objawami podwyższonego ciśnienia śródczaszkowego
  • Stentowanie zatok żylnych – procedura oparta na obserwacji zwężenia zatok żylnych u pacjentów z IIH; rozważana u pacjentów z gradientem ciśnienia powyżej 8 mm Hg i opornymi objawami

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Należy podkreślić, że zabiegi shuntujące powinny być zawsze ostatecznością (poza ciężkimi, nagłymi przypadkami wymagającymi szybkiego obniżenia ciśnienia) po wyczerpaniu wszystkich możliwych opcji leczenia zachowawczego.43

Kluczowe działania profilaktyczne

Podsumowując, najważniejsze działania profilaktyczne w przypadku idiopatycznego nadciśnienia śródczaszkowego obejmują:4445

  • Utrzymanie prawidłowej masy ciała lub redukcja masy ciała o 5-10% w przypadku nadwagi/otyłości
  • Stosowanie zdrowej, niskotłuszczowej i niskosolnej diety
  • Regularna aktywność fizyczna
  • Unikanie leków mogących indukować rzekomy guz mózgu
  • Regularne monitorowanie wzroku i funkcji neurologicznych
  • W przypadku wystąpienia objawów – wczesna diagnostyka i wdrożenie leczenia w celu zapobieżenia powikłaniom

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 Pseudotumor Cerebri – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536924/
    Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and associated headaches, papilledema, vision changes, or pulsatile tinnitus in the setting of normal imaging and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies. It mainly affects overweight women of childbearing age. […] Thus, timely diagnosis and treatment is a must. […] The mainstays of medical treatment include: […] Weight loss: weight loss of 5 to 10% of total body weight has been found to cause remission. […] Deterrence can involve weight loss and avoiding certain medications, including retinoic acids (vitamin A), tetracyclines, growth hormones, corticosteroids, and lithium.
  • #2 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Pseudotumor cerebri – EyeRounds.org – Ophthalmology – The University of Iowa
    http://eyerounds.org/cases/99-pseudotumor-cerebri.htm
    Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is a condition in which the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is under high pressure in the absence of an intracranial mass, venous sinus thrombosis or other primary cause (see differential diagnosis). It is also known as pseudotumor cerebri because patients present with signs and symptoms of a brain tumor without a brain tumor being present. […] Weight loss is an important part of treatment and is always recommended. Most patients improve after losing 5-10% of their total body weight. It appears that in addition to weight reduction, sodium restriction is also a useful adjunct. We recommend that patients lose about one pound a week for several months and then maintain the weight loss. […] For patients requiring medical therapy, acetazolamide (Diamox) is the most commonly used medication. It is relatively safe but nearly all patients experience the side effect of paresthesias, or numbness and tingling in the extremities.
  • #3 Anesthesia Experts | Anesthetic Management of Patients With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
    https://anesthesiaexperts.com/anesthetic-management-patients-idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension/
    IIH, previously known as pseudotumor cerebri, or benign intracranial hypertension, is a condition of unknown etiology characterized by increased intracranial pressure (ICP) affecting mostly obese women of childbearing age. […] The main therapeutic goals are symptomatic relief and avoidance of permanent visual loss by reducing the ICP. […] Spinal anesthesia is safe in patients with IIH; however, large amounts of local anesthetics injected into the epidural space can further increase the ICP. […] A sphenopalatine ganglion block is a viable option to treat postdural puncture headache.
  • #4 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21968-idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    You cant prevent IIH because the cause isnt well understood. You can help reduce your risk of developing the condition by maintaining a healthy weight thats appropriate for you. A healthcare provider can help you manage any risk factors for IIH, too. […] To prevent IIH from happening again, your provider may suggest making lifestyle changes to improve your overall health. This could include participating in a weight management program if you have a BMI over 30.
  • #5 Content – Health Encyclopedia – University of Rochester Medical Center
    https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=134&contentid=57
    Obesity has been linked to IIH. So eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for the condition. […] Eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for IIH. […] Seeing a healthcare provider right away to diagnose symptoms and begin treatment can help to prevent complications.
  • #6 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Symptoms, Treatment, More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    The most effective thing you can do to avoid having IIH is to lose weight if you have obesity or overweight. An increased risk of IIH has also been linked to rapid weight gain, even for people without obesity. […] If you think you might have IIH, getting treatment quickly can help to prevent serious complications.
  • #7 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Symptoms, Treatment, More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    The most effective thing you can do to avoid having IIH is to lose weight if you have obesity or overweight. An increased risk of IIH has also been linked to rapid weight gain, even for people without obesity. […] If you think you might have IIH, getting treatment quickly can help to prevent serious complications.
  • #8 Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) | 5-Minute Clinical Consult
    https://im.unboundmedicine.com/medicine/view/5-Minute-Clinical-Consult/1688631/all/Pseudotumor_Cerebri__Idiopathic_Intracranial_Hypertension_?q=Obesity
    Because correlated with weight gain, weight management is the only known prevention, with potential support in studies of children (5).
  • #9 Content – Health Encyclopedia – University of Rochester Medical Center
    https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=134&contentid=57
    Obesity has been linked to IIH. So eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for the condition. […] Eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for IIH. […] Seeing a healthcare provider right away to diagnose symptoms and begin treatment can help to prevent complications.
  • #10 Pseudotumor Cerebri Newport Beach, CA | Hypertension Newport Beach, CA
    https://www.drzardouz.com/pseudotumor-cerebriIdiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-neurologist-newport-beach-ca.html
    You can reduce your chances of developing a pseudotumor cerebri by: […] Maintaining a healthy weight. […] Consuming a nutritious diet that includes plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. […] Doing regular exercise such as a daily brisk walk.
  • #11 Pseudotumor Cerebri: Causes, Risk Factors & Diagnosis
    https://www.healthline.com/health/pseudotumor-cerebri
    Gaining weight puts you at a higher risk of having a pseudotumor cerebri. You can help prevent this condition by losing excess body weight and keeping it off. Switching to a healthy diet and getting regular exercise can help you drop the extra weight. […] Your diet should include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. You should also choose lean meats and dairy products that are low in fat. Limit or avoid eating foods that are high in: added sugars, saturated fat, trans fat, sodium. […] Adopt a regular exercise routine, which can be as simple as walking. You can follow a more vigorous workout routine if your doctor says it’s safe to do so.
  • #12 Pseudotumor Cerebri – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536924/
    Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and associated headaches, papilledema, vision changes, or pulsatile tinnitus in the setting of normal imaging and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies. It mainly affects overweight women of childbearing age. […] Thus, timely diagnosis and treatment is a must. […] The mainstays of medical treatment include: […] Weight loss: weight loss of 5 to 10% of total body weight has been found to cause remission. […] Deterrence can involve weight loss and avoiding certain medications, including retinoic acids (vitamin A), tetracyclines, growth hormones, corticosteroids, and lithium.
  • #13 Pseudotumor Cerebri – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536924/
    Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and associated headaches, papilledema, vision changes, or pulsatile tinnitus in the setting of normal imaging and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies. It mainly affects overweight women of childbearing age. […] Thus, timely diagnosis and treatment is a must. […] The mainstays of medical treatment include: […] Weight loss: weight loss of 5 to 10% of total body weight has been found to cause remission. […] Deterrence can involve weight loss and avoiding certain medications, including retinoic acids (vitamin A), tetracyclines, growth hormones, corticosteroids, and lithium.
  • #14 Pseudotumor Cerebri – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536924/
    Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC), also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and associated headaches, papilledema, vision changes, or pulsatile tinnitus in the setting of normal imaging and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies. It mainly affects overweight women of childbearing age. […] Thus, timely diagnosis and treatment is a must. […] The mainstays of medical treatment include: […] Weight loss: weight loss of 5 to 10% of total body weight has been found to cause remission. […] Deterrence can involve weight loss and avoiding certain medications, including retinoic acids (vitamin A), tetracyclines, growth hormones, corticosteroids, and lithium.
  • #15 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://patient.info/brain-nerves/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-leaflet
    In idiopathic intracranial hypertension there is raised pressure within the skull (raised intracranial pressure), which puts pressure on the brain. […] Treatment is aimed at preventing permanent visual loss and includes treatment with medicines. […] For people with overweight or obesity, weight loss can be a very effective treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Research shows that losing 5-10% of body weight can significantly improve symptoms of IIH, and sometimes causes the condition to go into remission. […] There are two main aims of treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension: To improve, and hopefully cure, the headaches. To prevent visual loss. […] If you are diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, it is important that your vision be closely monitored to look for any changes or early signs of loss of vision. This can be done by regularly measuring your 'visual acuity’ (the size of letters that can be read on a wall chart), along with checking your visual fields.
  • #16 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Weight loss is an absolute must for IIH if the patient is overweight. Research has suggested that losing 6-10% of initial body weight can cause IIH remission in many patients. Bariatric surgery is sometimes considered for morbidly obese patients who are unsuccessful in losing weight by more conservative ways. […] A low-calorie, low-salt diet with mild fluid restriction generally seems to be the most helpful diet for IIH. […] The carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are the first line treatment for IIH. These medicines work for IIH because they decrease the production of CSF (and thus CSF pressure is lower because production has slowed). They also have a mild diuretic effect. The most common medications used for IIH are Acetazolamide (Diamox), Topiramate (Topamax), and Methazolamide. […] It is also very important to also treat other headache disorders that may be mixed in with the IIH headaches. For example, many patients with IIH also have headache flares that easily fit criteria for migraine headaches.
  • #17 Intracranial Hypertension or Pseudotumor Cerebri: The Basics – Migraine Canada
    https://migrainecanada.org/intracranial-hypertension-or-pseudotumor-cerebri-the-basics/
    Obesity is strongly linked with IIH. Losing weight, even as little as 10% of body weight, can significantly improve symptoms and protect vision. Weight loss is challenging, but crucial for managing IIH. […] Regular eye exams by an ophthalmologist or optometrist are essential. If symptoms worsen, immediate vision testing is necessary to monitor the optic disk and visual fields.
  • #18 Neurology idiopathic intracranial hypertension clinic | Dayton Children’s Hospital
    https://www.childrensdayton.org/patients-visitors/services/neurology/services-and-programs/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    Dayton Childrens neurology department offers a specialty clinic for care for idiopathic intracranial hypertension syndrome (IIH) that brings together a team of experts in one convenient appointment. […] This multidisciplinary approach is beneficial for clear communication and holistic care, leading to the best clinical outcomes for the child. […] Since the majority of IIH patients have an unhealthy weight, weight loss is recommended. Healthy eating and exercise are a critical part of treatment for these patients. Losing weight can reduce CSF intracranial pressure, optic nerve swelling and headaches, and can help lead to remission. Studies have shown that patients have reported improvement in their symptoms after losing as low as 5-10 percent of their total body weight. […] The doctor might also prescribe a medicine to lower the CSF pressure and improve the symptoms while you continue to make efforts to lose weight. One of these medications is called Acetazolamide (Diamox), which helps lower CSF production.
  • #19 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Pseudotumor cerebri – EyeRounds.org – Ophthalmology – The University of Iowa
    http://eyerounds.org/cases/99-pseudotumor-cerebri.htm
    Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is a condition in which the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is under high pressure in the absence of an intracranial mass, venous sinus thrombosis or other primary cause (see differential diagnosis). It is also known as pseudotumor cerebri because patients present with signs and symptoms of a brain tumor without a brain tumor being present. […] Weight loss is an important part of treatment and is always recommended. Most patients improve after losing 5-10% of their total body weight. It appears that in addition to weight reduction, sodium restriction is also a useful adjunct. We recommend that patients lose about one pound a week for several months and then maintain the weight loss. […] For patients requiring medical therapy, acetazolamide (Diamox) is the most commonly used medication. It is relatively safe but nearly all patients experience the side effect of paresthesias, or numbness and tingling in the extremities.
  • #20 Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) – EyeWiki
    https://eyewiki.org/Pseudotumor_Cerebri_(Idiopathic_Intracranial_Hypertension)
    Pseudotumor cerebri, also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), is a disorder characterized by increased intracranial pressure (ICP) of unknown cause that predominantly affects obese women of childbearing age. […] All obese patients should be encouraged to lose modest amount of weight. Among patients who are obese or overweight, weight loss of about 5-10% has been found to improve symptoms and signs. In a recent study, weight loss allowed a decrease in headaches, papilledema, and ICP. However, the latter option is not effective for acute symptomatic relief and management and therefore needs to be combined with further acute treatment. It is important to ensure preservation of weight loss and avoidance of weight fluctuation in order to minimize the risk of recurrence. Bariatric surgery may be an option among morbidly obese patients.
  • #21 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Weight loss is an absolute must for IIH if the patient is overweight. Research has suggested that losing 6-10% of initial body weight can cause IIH remission in many patients. Bariatric surgery is sometimes considered for morbidly obese patients who are unsuccessful in losing weight by more conservative ways. […] A low-calorie, low-salt diet with mild fluid restriction generally seems to be the most helpful diet for IIH. […] The carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are the first line treatment for IIH. These medicines work for IIH because they decrease the production of CSF (and thus CSF pressure is lower because production has slowed). They also have a mild diuretic effect. The most common medications used for IIH are Acetazolamide (Diamox), Topiramate (Topamax), and Methazolamide. […] It is also very important to also treat other headache disorders that may be mixed in with the IIH headaches. For example, many patients with IIH also have headache flares that easily fit criteria for migraine headaches.
  • #22 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Pseudotumor cerebri – EyeRounds.org – Ophthalmology – The University of Iowa
    http://eyerounds.org/cases/99-pseudotumor-cerebri.htm
    Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is a condition in which the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is under high pressure in the absence of an intracranial mass, venous sinus thrombosis or other primary cause (see differential diagnosis). It is also known as pseudotumor cerebri because patients present with signs and symptoms of a brain tumor without a brain tumor being present. […] Weight loss is an important part of treatment and is always recommended. Most patients improve after losing 5-10% of their total body weight. It appears that in addition to weight reduction, sodium restriction is also a useful adjunct. We recommend that patients lose about one pound a week for several months and then maintain the weight loss. […] For patients requiring medical therapy, acetazolamide (Diamox) is the most commonly used medication. It is relatively safe but nearly all patients experience the side effect of paresthesias, or numbness and tingling in the extremities.
  • #23 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Weight loss is an absolute must for IIH if the patient is overweight. Research has suggested that losing 6-10% of initial body weight can cause IIH remission in many patients. Bariatric surgery is sometimes considered for morbidly obese patients who are unsuccessful in losing weight by more conservative ways. […] A low-calorie, low-salt diet with mild fluid restriction generally seems to be the most helpful diet for IIH. […] The carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are the first line treatment for IIH. These medicines work for IIH because they decrease the production of CSF (and thus CSF pressure is lower because production has slowed). They also have a mild diuretic effect. The most common medications used for IIH are Acetazolamide (Diamox), Topiramate (Topamax), and Methazolamide. […] It is also very important to also treat other headache disorders that may be mixed in with the IIH headaches. For example, many patients with IIH also have headache flares that easily fit criteria for migraine headaches.
  • #24 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Pseudotumor cerebri – EyeRounds.org – Ophthalmology – The University of Iowa
    http://eyerounds.org/cases/99-pseudotumor-cerebri.htm
    Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is a condition in which the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is under high pressure in the absence of an intracranial mass, venous sinus thrombosis or other primary cause (see differential diagnosis). It is also known as pseudotumor cerebri because patients present with signs and symptoms of a brain tumor without a brain tumor being present. […] Weight loss is an important part of treatment and is always recommended. Most patients improve after losing 5-10% of their total body weight. It appears that in addition to weight reduction, sodium restriction is also a useful adjunct. We recommend that patients lose about one pound a week for several months and then maintain the weight loss. […] For patients requiring medical therapy, acetazolamide (Diamox) is the most commonly used medication. It is relatively safe but nearly all patients experience the side effect of paresthesias, or numbness and tingling in the extremities.
  • #25 Neurology idiopathic intracranial hypertension clinic | Dayton Children’s Hospital
    https://www.childrensdayton.org/patients-visitors/services/neurology/services-and-programs/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    Dayton Childrens neurology department offers a specialty clinic for care for idiopathic intracranial hypertension syndrome (IIH) that brings together a team of experts in one convenient appointment. […] This multidisciplinary approach is beneficial for clear communication and holistic care, leading to the best clinical outcomes for the child. […] Since the majority of IIH patients have an unhealthy weight, weight loss is recommended. Healthy eating and exercise are a critical part of treatment for these patients. Losing weight can reduce CSF intracranial pressure, optic nerve swelling and headaches, and can help lead to remission. Studies have shown that patients have reported improvement in their symptoms after losing as low as 5-10 percent of their total body weight. […] The doctor might also prescribe a medicine to lower the CSF pressure and improve the symptoms while you continue to make efforts to lose weight. One of these medications is called Acetazolamide (Diamox), which helps lower CSF production.
  • #26 Idiopathic intracranial hypertension – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Idiopathic_intracranial_hypertension
    The primary goal in treatment of IIH is the prevention of visual loss and blindness. IIH is treated mainly through the attempted reduction of CSF pressure and, where applicable, weight loss. IIH may resolve after initial treatment, may go into remission and relapse at a later stage, or may continue chronically. […] CSF pressure may be temporarily decreased by repeated „therapeutic” (as opposed to diagnostic) lumbar punctures (to remove excessive cerebrospinal fluid). However, this is generally regarded as a „holding measure” until medical or surgical treatment has been instituted. […] The best studied medical treatment is the carbonic anhydrase inhibitor acetazolamide, which reduces CSF production. Other drugs such as furosemide and various diuretics, topiramate and prednisone may be used in an attempt to reduce ICP.
  • #27 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Weight loss is an absolute must for IIH if the patient is overweight. Research has suggested that losing 6-10% of initial body weight can cause IIH remission in many patients. Bariatric surgery is sometimes considered for morbidly obese patients who are unsuccessful in losing weight by more conservative ways. […] A low-calorie, low-salt diet with mild fluid restriction generally seems to be the most helpful diet for IIH. […] The carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are the first line treatment for IIH. These medicines work for IIH because they decrease the production of CSF (and thus CSF pressure is lower because production has slowed). They also have a mild diuretic effect. The most common medications used for IIH are Acetazolamide (Diamox), Topiramate (Topamax), and Methazolamide. […] It is also very important to also treat other headache disorders that may be mixed in with the IIH headaches. For example, many patients with IIH also have headache flares that easily fit criteria for migraine headaches.
  • #28 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Pseudotumor cerebri – EyeRounds.org – Ophthalmology – The University of Iowa
    http://eyerounds.org/cases/99-pseudotumor-cerebri.htm
    Intractable headache or progression of visual loss despite maximal medical treatment requires surgical therapy. The primary surgical options are optic nerve sheath fenestration or a CSF diversion procedure (shunt). […] Other medications that can be used are topiramate and furosemide. With severe visual loss, surgery can be done immediately or after a short medical trial. Steroids can be used to lower pressure while the patient is awaiting a CSF shunting procedure.
  • #29 Idiopathic intracranial hypertension – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Idiopathic_intracranial_hypertension
    The primary goal in treatment of IIH is the prevention of visual loss and blindness. IIH is treated mainly through the attempted reduction of CSF pressure and, where applicable, weight loss. IIH may resolve after initial treatment, may go into remission and relapse at a later stage, or may continue chronically. […] CSF pressure may be temporarily decreased by repeated „therapeutic” (as opposed to diagnostic) lumbar punctures (to remove excessive cerebrospinal fluid). However, this is generally regarded as a „holding measure” until medical or surgical treatment has been instituted. […] The best studied medical treatment is the carbonic anhydrase inhibitor acetazolamide, which reduces CSF production. Other drugs such as furosemide and various diuretics, topiramate and prednisone may be used in an attempt to reduce ICP.
  • #30 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://patient.info/brain-nerves/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-leaflet
    In idiopathic intracranial hypertension there is raised pressure within the skull (raised intracranial pressure), which puts pressure on the brain. […] Treatment is aimed at preventing permanent visual loss and includes treatment with medicines. […] For people with overweight or obesity, weight loss can be a very effective treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Research shows that losing 5-10% of body weight can significantly improve symptoms of IIH, and sometimes causes the condition to go into remission. […] There are two main aims of treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension: To improve, and hopefully cure, the headaches. To prevent visual loss. […] If you are diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, it is important that your vision be closely monitored to look for any changes or early signs of loss of vision. This can be done by regularly measuring your 'visual acuity’ (the size of letters that can be read on a wall chart), along with checking your visual fields.
  • #31 Intracranial Hypertension or Pseudotumor Cerebri: The Basics – Migraine Canada
    https://migrainecanada.org/intracranial-hypertension-or-pseudotumor-cerebri-the-basics/
    Obesity is strongly linked with IIH. Losing weight, even as little as 10% of body weight, can significantly improve symptoms and protect vision. Weight loss is challenging, but crucial for managing IIH. […] Regular eye exams by an ophthalmologist or optometrist are essential. If symptoms worsen, immediate vision testing is necessary to monitor the optic disk and visual fields.
  • #32 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://patient.info/brain-nerves/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-leaflet
    In idiopathic intracranial hypertension there is raised pressure within the skull (raised intracranial pressure), which puts pressure on the brain. […] Treatment is aimed at preventing permanent visual loss and includes treatment with medicines. […] For people with overweight or obesity, weight loss can be a very effective treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Research shows that losing 5-10% of body weight can significantly improve symptoms of IIH, and sometimes causes the condition to go into remission. […] There are two main aims of treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension: To improve, and hopefully cure, the headaches. To prevent visual loss. […] If you are diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, it is important that your vision be closely monitored to look for any changes or early signs of loss of vision. This can be done by regularly measuring your 'visual acuity’ (the size of letters that can be read on a wall chart), along with checking your visual fields.
  • #33 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Weight loss is an absolute must for IIH if the patient is overweight. Research has suggested that losing 6-10% of initial body weight can cause IIH remission in many patients. Bariatric surgery is sometimes considered for morbidly obese patients who are unsuccessful in losing weight by more conservative ways. […] A low-calorie, low-salt diet with mild fluid restriction generally seems to be the most helpful diet for IIH. […] The carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are the first line treatment for IIH. These medicines work for IIH because they decrease the production of CSF (and thus CSF pressure is lower because production has slowed). They also have a mild diuretic effect. The most common medications used for IIH are Acetazolamide (Diamox), Topiramate (Topamax), and Methazolamide. […] It is also very important to also treat other headache disorders that may be mixed in with the IIH headaches. For example, many patients with IIH also have headache flares that easily fit criteria for migraine headaches.
  • #34 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Preventive migraine treatments are used to lessen the frequency and/or severity of migraine attacks. Preventive treatments include a variety of daily pill medications, CGRP monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), neuromodulation devices, Botox, Nurtec ODT every other day, herbal and natural supplements and vitamins, yoga and meditation, and acupuncture and acupressure. […] Optic nerve fenestration is sometimes done for papilledema that is not improving with standard medical treatments and vision continues to worsen. […] Transverse venous sinus stenting is occasionally considered as a surgical treatment option for IIH in patients with pressure gradients of more than 8 mm Hg and refractory symptoms. […] Shunting should always be a last resort option (outside of severe emergent cases which need rapid pressure relief) after every possible medical management option has failed.
  • #35 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Preventive migraine treatments are used to lessen the frequency and/or severity of migraine attacks. Preventive treatments include a variety of daily pill medications, CGRP monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), neuromodulation devices, Botox, Nurtec ODT every other day, herbal and natural supplements and vitamins, yoga and meditation, and acupuncture and acupressure. […] Optic nerve fenestration is sometimes done for papilledema that is not improving with standard medical treatments and vision continues to worsen. […] Transverse venous sinus stenting is occasionally considered as a surgical treatment option for IIH in patients with pressure gradients of more than 8 mm Hg and refractory symptoms. […] Shunting should always be a last resort option (outside of severe emergent cases which need rapid pressure relief) after every possible medical management option has failed.
  • #36 Idiopathic intracranial hypertension – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Idiopathic_intracranial_hypertension
    The primary goal in treatment of IIH is the prevention of visual loss and blindness. IIH is treated mainly through the attempted reduction of CSF pressure and, where applicable, weight loss. IIH may resolve after initial treatment, may go into remission and relapse at a later stage, or may continue chronically. […] CSF pressure may be temporarily decreased by repeated „therapeutic” (as opposed to diagnostic) lumbar punctures (to remove excessive cerebrospinal fluid). However, this is generally regarded as a „holding measure” until medical or surgical treatment has been instituted. […] The best studied medical treatment is the carbonic anhydrase inhibitor acetazolamide, which reduces CSF production. Other drugs such as furosemide and various diuretics, topiramate and prednisone may be used in an attempt to reduce ICP.
  • #37 Idiopathic intracranial hypertension – wikidoc
    https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Idiopathic_intracranial_hypertension
    The primary goal in treatment of IIH is the prevention of visual loss and blindness. IIH is treated mainly through the attempted reduction of CSF pressure and, where applicable, weight loss. IIH may resolve after initial treatment, may go into remission and relapse at a later stage, or may continue chronically. […] CSF pressure may be temporarily decreased by repeated „therapeutic” (as opposed to diagnostic) lumbar punctures (to remove excessive cerebrospinal fluid). However, this is generally regarded as a „holding measure” until medical or surgical treatment has been instituted. […] The best studied medical treatment is the carbonic anhydrase inhibitor acetazolamide, which reduces CSF production. Other drugs such as furosemide and various diuretics, topiramate and prednisone may be used in an attempt to reduce ICP.
  • #38 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://patient.info/brain-nerves/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-leaflet
    Treatment with medicines can work well for many people. However, if your symptoms do not improve with medical treatment or you have new loss of vision, surgery may be considered. […] The second type of surgical treatment is around the eye. A procedure called optic nerve sheath fenestration can be carried out. Small cuts are made in the protective sheath around the optic nerve. This allows CSF to escape and the pressure on the optic nerve is reduced. This procedure can be very good at helping sight (visual) symptoms associated with idiopathic intracranial hypertension. However, it may have little effect on other symptoms, including headache. This is because it tends to have little effect on reducing overall pressure within the skull. […] It is essential to detect idiopathic intracranial hypertension early and to start treatment early to prevent permanent loss of vision occurring.
  • #39 Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) – EyeWiki
    https://eyewiki.org/Pseudotumor_Cerebri_(Idiopathic_Intracranial_Hypertension)
    Surgical management should be the option of choice among patients with refractory headaches or more severe/ rapidly progressive visual field loss when all other options have failed to prevent progressive visual loss. […] Optic nerve sheath fenestration is the preferred surgical procedure for papilledema with associated severe vision loss but no or minimal ICP symptoms (such as headache). […] CSF shunting produces rapid reduction in ICP and is therefore most beneficial among patients with vision loss and symptoms of raised ICP. […] Venous sinus stenting (VSS) is an emerging procedure based on the findings of venous sinus stenosis in IIH patients.
  • #40 Neurology idiopathic intracranial hypertension clinic | Dayton Children’s Hospital
    https://www.childrensdayton.org/patients-visitors/services/neurology/services-and-programs/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    In some IIH patients, if the CSF pressure is too high with concern for an impending vision loss, the eye doctor (ophthalmologist) will perform an eye surgery to release the pressure on the optic nerves (optic nerve sheath fenestration) and to prevent permanent vision loss. […] Most people with IIH lead relatively normal lives. The only change for most patients is a daily medication and regular eye exams. Sometimes, for those patients who are an unhealthy weight, losing weight is all that is needed to control their IIH.
  • #41 Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension) – EyeWiki
    https://eyewiki.org/Pseudotumor_Cerebri_(Idiopathic_Intracranial_Hypertension)
    Surgical management should be the option of choice among patients with refractory headaches or more severe/ rapidly progressive visual field loss when all other options have failed to prevent progressive visual loss. […] Optic nerve sheath fenestration is the preferred surgical procedure for papilledema with associated severe vision loss but no or minimal ICP symptoms (such as headache). […] CSF shunting produces rapid reduction in ICP and is therefore most beneficial among patients with vision loss and symptoms of raised ICP. […] Venous sinus stenting (VSS) is an emerging procedure based on the findings of venous sinus stenosis in IIH patients.
  • #42 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Preventive migraine treatments are used to lessen the frequency and/or severity of migraine attacks. Preventive treatments include a variety of daily pill medications, CGRP monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), neuromodulation devices, Botox, Nurtec ODT every other day, herbal and natural supplements and vitamins, yoga and meditation, and acupuncture and acupressure. […] Optic nerve fenestration is sometimes done for papilledema that is not improving with standard medical treatments and vision continues to worsen. […] Transverse venous sinus stenting is occasionally considered as a surgical treatment option for IIH in patients with pressure gradients of more than 8 mm Hg and refractory symptoms. […] Shunting should always be a last resort option (outside of severe emergent cases which need rapid pressure relief) after every possible medical management option has failed.
  • #43 IIH (PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI) SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, AND TREATMENTS.
    https://virtualheadachespecialist.com/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih-pseudotumor-cerebri-causes-symptoms-and-treatments/
    Preventive migraine treatments are used to lessen the frequency and/or severity of migraine attacks. Preventive treatments include a variety of daily pill medications, CGRP monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), neuromodulation devices, Botox, Nurtec ODT every other day, herbal and natural supplements and vitamins, yoga and meditation, and acupuncture and acupressure. […] Optic nerve fenestration is sometimes done for papilledema that is not improving with standard medical treatments and vision continues to worsen. […] Transverse venous sinus stenting is occasionally considered as a surgical treatment option for IIH in patients with pressure gradients of more than 8 mm Hg and refractory symptoms. […] Shunting should always be a last resort option (outside of severe emergent cases which need rapid pressure relief) after every possible medical management option has failed.
  • #44 Content – Health Encyclopedia – University of Rochester Medical Center
    https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=134&contentid=57
    Obesity has been linked to IIH. So eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for the condition. […] Eating a healthy, low-fat diet and getting plenty of exercise may help reduce your risk for IIH. […] Seeing a healthcare provider right away to diagnose symptoms and begin treatment can help to prevent complications.
  • #45 Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Pharmacologic Therapy, Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration, CSF Diversion, and Venous Sinus Stenting
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1214410-treatment
    Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) has no known cause and no known methods of prevention. Among patients who have been diagnosed with IIH, the goal is to prevent further visual loss and comorbid symptoms, including headache. Progression of IIH is prevented through medical and surgical treatment, as well as diet and lifestyle modifications to reduce body weight.
  • #46 Pseudotumor cerebri (idiopathic intracranial hypertension) – Diagnosis & treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pseudotumor-cerebri/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20354036
    The goal of pseudotumor cerebri treatment is to improve your symptoms and keep your eyesight from worsening. […] If you’re obese, your doctor might recommend a low-sodium weight-loss diet to help improve your symptoms. You might work with a dietitian to help with your weight-loss goals. Some people benefit from weight-loss programs or gastric surgery. […] Losing extra pounds and maintaining a healthy weight might help reduce your chances of developing this potentially sight-stealing disorder.
  • #47 Neurology idiopathic intracranial hypertension clinic | Dayton Children’s Hospital
    https://www.childrensdayton.org/patients-visitors/services/neurology/services-and-programs/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension
    In some IIH patients, if the CSF pressure is too high with concern for an impending vision loss, the eye doctor (ophthalmologist) will perform an eye surgery to release the pressure on the optic nerves (optic nerve sheath fenestration) and to prevent permanent vision loss. […] Most people with IIH lead relatively normal lives. The only change for most patients is a daily medication and regular eye exams. Sometimes, for those patients who are an unhealthy weight, losing weight is all that is needed to control their IIH.