Percheron syndrome with memory impairment as chief manifestation: A case report.

BACKGROUND

Percheron acute artery occlusion is a rare type of acute cerebral infarction.

CASE SUMMARY: An elderly male presented with sudden-onset near-memory and sensory impairments for 5 days. Upon admission, based on symptoms, signs, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography findings, a diagnosis of Percheron syndrome was made. Subsequently, anti-platelet therapy, lipid-lowering treatment, cerebral circulation enhancement (such as the administration of calcium channel blockers to improve cerebral blood flow), and neurotrophic support (such as the use of drugs like citicoline to protect nerve cells) were immediately implemented, along with additional symptomatic treatments. The patient's symptoms were alleviated, following which he was discharged.

CONCLUSION

The diagnosis of acute occlusion of the Percheron artery requires rich clinical expertise and accurate imaging tools. Timely intervention and effective follow-up hold significant implications for optimizing patient recovery.