Rebound Intracranial Hypertension

Rebound Intracranial hypertension is a complication that all providers should be aware of when it comes to Intracranial pressure disorders. First, one of the most common cause is rebound intracranial hypertension after sealing a leak that was caused by intracranial hypotension. These patients present with headaches, nausea and even papilledema after even a routine epidural blood patch that was used to seal the leak. Secondly, patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension may develop a CSF leak have this leak repaired leading to rebound intracranial hypertension. Third, sudden weight gain and weight gain after stopping GLP1 agonists can lead to rebound intracranial hypertension. In this session we will explore these topics and help guide management principles.