Sammanfattning
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a complex clinical condition with vasogenic subcortical oedema
caused by hypertension. Oedema is often seen on magnetic resonance imaging. The wide clinical spectrum ranges from
headaches to vision loss and even death. Early diagnosis and treatment is important for the reversibility of the condition. In this
case report we emphasize the importance of blood pressure control in a post-partum woman, who had a rather complicated
pregnancy. The symptoms of PRES were not recognized immediately because of failure to use and acknowledge a blood pressure
test.