Case Study 209 | Fahr Syndrome | explained by Dr. Betsy Grunch

Case Study 209: Fahr Syndrome In Fahr syndrome, abnormal calcification, often involving the basal ganglia, can lead to a wide range of symptoms including movement disorders, cognitive changes, psychiatric symptoms, and seizures. Secondary Fahr syndrome is often linked to metabolic causes, most commonly disorders of calcium regulation such as hypoparathyroidism, sometimes years after thyroid or parathyroid surgery. 📌 Key takeaway: When CT scans show bilateral, symmetric brain calcifications, the workup should not stop at imaging. Identifying the underlying cause can change management, symptoms, and long-term outcomes. #CaseStudy209 #FahrSyndrome #LadySpineDoc #SundayCaseStudy