Behavioral manifestations of central pontine myelinolysis
B. H. Price and M. M. Mesulam
A young woman with a clinical history and magnetic resonance imaging scan
consistent with central pontine myelinolysis came to medical attention
because of prominent behavioral symptoms. Marked clinical recovery occurred
despite persistent radiologic abnormalities. Rapid correction of
hyponatremia was probably related to the development of the central pontine
myelinolysis. A normal computed tomographic scan and the absence of
brain-stem signs delayed accurate diagnosis.
