An unusual neurological manifestation of granulomatosis with polyangiitis: A case report and literature review

Abstract

Ischemic stroke is an incredibly rare manifestation of granulomatosis with polyangiitis. It is important for the clinician to be aware of this unusual complication so that efforts can be made to reduce the risk of this event.

Granulomatosis with polyangiitis presenting as acute ischemic stroke- A case of an unusual presentation

“…According to the medical literature, CNS manifestations were documented as cranial nerve involvements, headache, vestibular syndromes, and hearing impairments [4]. Ischemic stroke remains a rare atypical presentation of GPA; however, it can be a presenting symptom or complication of GPA [5].…”