Late-onset post-lesional paroxysmal hypothermia: a case series and literature review.
Perrine DevicLaure Peter-DerexAurélie Richard-MornasSylvie ErnestoPascale NesmeFrançois MauguièreSylvain RheimsPublished in: Journal of neurology (2020)
Late-onset post-lesional PH is exceptional with only a single case hitherto reported in the literature. Distinguishing hypothermia-related disturbances of consciousness from epileptic seizures or post-ictal phenomena is crucial since treatment with benzodiazepines may worsen hypothermia through their action on GABAa receptors. Lastly, PH may be associated with sleep disorders and hypoventilation, for which investigations and treatment should be considered.