
|Poll|January 6, 2015
Yellow Cerebrospinal Fluid
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Key Takeaways
- Status epilepticus in HIV-positive patients can result from opportunistic infections, neoplasms, or metabolic disturbances.
- CSF analysis is crucial for identifying the underlying cause of neurological symptoms in HIV-positive individuals.
This yellow CSF was drawn from an HIV-positive man who presented with status epilepticus. What is the most likely cause?
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This CSF was drawn from a 26 year-old HIV-positive male who presented with status epilepticus.
What do you suspect is the cause?
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