| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4221299 | Clinical Imaging | 2015 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Neurotoxicity following paradichlorobenzene (PDCB) exposure is rare and can occur in patients with pica and mothball or toilet cake ingestion. We present a rare case of toxic encephalopathy due to PDCB mothball inhalation and ingestion and describe the rapidly progressive leukoencephalopathy seen on computed tomography, magnetic resonance, and magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Given the nonspecificity of clinical and imaging findings, it is important for radiologists to maintain a high index of suspicion for toxic encephalopathy.
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Authors
Elizabeth K. Weidman, A. John Tsiouris, Linda A. Heier,