A case of systemic lupus erythematosus presenting with intracerebral hemorrhage: A rare entity

• Author Details:   
• Rajarshi Chakraborty ^*
• Harish Nigam
• Rajesh Verma
• Ankit Khetan
• Arjun Bal KP

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder of the connective tissue affecting multiple organs. Neurological involvement in SLE affects both the central and peripheral nervous system. Stroke is a common neurological presentation, including arterial and venous infarcts, and less commonly intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). ICH presents with sudden onset headache, vomiting, focal limb weakness, seizure, altered sensorium, and coma. In this case report, we describe the clinical profile, laboratory work-up, treatment and outcome of a 35 year old male patient suffering from SLE, presenting with seizure and focal neurological deficits. Considering to evaluate a treatable cause like SLE is prudent in patients with stroke in young.

Keywords: Systemic lupus erythematosus, Intracerebral hemorrhage, Seizure, Outcome.