In this article, we will discuss the Difference between Vasogenic and Cytopathic Cerebral Edema. So, let’s get started.
- Vasogenic Cerebral Edema
- Produces focal signs and symptoms due to edema
- Blood brain barrier remains open
- Activated diffusion coefficient is increased
- MRI shows increased interstitial fluid
- Responds to steroids
- It is associated with tumors, hemorrhage, abscess, meningitis, cerebral infarction
- Cytopathic Cerebral Edema
- The clinical signs are generalised, non-localising, i.e. convulsions, coma
- Blood brain barrier is closed
- Activated diffusion coefficient is reduced
- MRI shows swollen cells
- Does not respond to steroids
- Seen in hemodialysis and ketoacidosis
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