# Sneddon Syndrome: A Case Report From Saudi Arabia

**Authors:** Abdulaziz Madani, Hanadi M Almutairi, Yazeed H Alshathry, Turki Albinhar, Maha M Barakeh

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55509 · Cureus · 2024-03-04

## TL;DR

A 28-year-old woman in Saudi Arabia presented with Sneddon syndrome, a rare condition involving skin and brain blood vessel issues.

## Contribution

This case report adds to the limited literature on Sneddon syndrome from Saudi Arabia.

## Key findings

- The patient exhibited bilateral livedo reticularis on her hands and feet.
- She was evaluated using medical history, physical exams, and laboratory tests.
- The case highlights the importance of recognizing Sneddon syndrome in young patients.

## Abstract

Sneddon syndrome, also known as livedo reticularis with cerebrovascular accidents, is a rare but chronic condition that affects blood vessels in the skin and brain. This syndrome is characterized by a net-like appearance on the skin, known as livedo reticularis, which occurs due to the constriction of blood vessels. In addition to skin manifestations, Sneddon syndrome is often associated with repeated neurological events, such as strokes or transient ischemic attacks. These neurological symptoms can vary in severity and can lead to various complications. Upon admission to the stroke unit, a 28-year-old female was found to have bilateral livedo reticularis affecting the soles and the dorsal sides of the hands. Patient evaluation is done through medical history, physical examination, routine laboratory tests, and other diagnostic procedures.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** Sneddon syndrome (MONDO:0008436), livedo reticularis (MONDO:0044037), stroke (MONDO:0005098), transient ischemic attacks (MONDO:0005264)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** cerebrovascular accidents (MESH:D020521), neurological symptoms (MESH:D009461), Sneddon Syndrome (MESH:D018860), transient ischemic attacks (MESH:D002546), livedo reticularis (MESH:D054068)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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