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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sujit Routray, M.D. [2]
Overview
Common physical examination findings of ganglioglioma include weak irregular pulse, hypertension, wide pulse pressure, unilateral pupillary dilatation, abnormal ophthalmic examination, and focal neurological deficits.[1]
Physical Examination
Common physical examination findings of ganglioglioma include:
1. Vitals
Pulse
Rhythm
- Pulse may be irregular
Strength
- Pulse may be weak
Blood Pressure
- Hypertension may be present
- A wide pulse pressure may be present
2. Eyes
- Unilateral dilatation of pupil
- Ophthalmoscopic exam may be abnormal with findings of:[1]
- Hyperemia of disc
- Loss of venous pulsations
- Retinal hemorrhage
- Blurring of disc margins
- Flame shaped hemorrhages
3. Neurologic
- Focal neurologic deficits, including hemiparesis, may be present
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Presentation of increased ICP. Patient.info. http://patient.info/doctor/raised-intracranial-pressure