Idiopathic intracranial hypertension primarily affects young obese women More than 93% of people with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (previously called pseudotumour cerebri and benign ...

Intracranial hypertension (IH), a clinical condition typically seen in the intensive care unit, is caused by increased pressure surrounding the brain. In many situations, the cause of chronic IH ...

Since high intracranial pressure can damage the optic nerve and lead to permanent vision loss, the primary goal of treatment is to decrease pressure and preserve the optic nerve.

Key takeaways: Glaucoma may be a result of two pressures: IOP and intracranial pressure. When one pressure is high and the other is low, it results in ganglion cell proptosis, leading to glaucoma.

Venous sinus stenosis and abnormal venous pressure may contribute to increased intracranial pressure in IIH. This connection is why weight reduction remains the foundation of treatment [1] [4].

Since high intracranial pressure can damage the optic nerve and lead to permanent vision loss, the primary goal of treatment is to decrease pressure and preserve the optic nerve.

Medications and their Potential to Cause 'Increase in Intracranial Pressure' Developed by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D Reviewed by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D Last Updated on Nov 16, 2023 ...