An Atypical Case of Moyamoya Disease With Recurrent Ischemic Events

TL;DR

This paper presents a rare case of Moyamoya disease in a Caucasian woman with repeated strokes, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach in managing the condition.

Contribution

The paper highlights an atypical presentation of Moyamoya disease and the challenges in its management through a multidisciplinary approach.

Findings

The patient experienced recurrent ischemic events over a short period, indicating disease progression.

A multidisciplinary approach was essential for diagnosis and management of complications.

Atypical presentations of Moyamoya disease require thorough investigation.

Abstract

Moyamoya disease (MMD), a progressive cerebrovascular disorder characterized by stenosis of intracranial arteries and the formation of compensatory collateral networks, presents complex management challenges. This case examines the clinical course of a Caucasian woman in her late 30s over four hospital admissions spanning less than a year, highlighting the interplay between medical, surgical, and rehabilitative interventions. It illuminates the multidisciplinary approach required to diagnose and manage MMD and its complications and the importance of investigating atypical presentations of the condition.

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