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ABSTRACT & COMMENTARY

Diagnosis and Outcome of Reversible Cerebral Vasoconstriction Syndrome

Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) is a rare disorder characterized by thunderclap headaches and cerebral vasoconstriction resolving within 90 days. A retrospective study of 80 patients found favorable outcomes, with most treated using calcium channel blockers. However, challenges in RCVS diagnosis and classification may affect reported outcomes.