Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: A Review of Nomenclature, Diagnostic Criteria and Management Strategies

Abstract

Results and conclusion: Despite being a century old disease, the nomenclature and diagnostic criteria have undergone constant modifications. The most common symptoms are headache, visual disturbances and tinnitus. Treatment strategies include weight reduction, lifestyle modification, Acetazolamide, analgesics for headache, topiramate and surgical procedures like shunt diversion or optic nerve sheath fenestration.