Serum Concentrations of Retinol-binding Protein and Retinol in Patients with and without IIH.

Serum Concentrations of Retinol-binding Protein and Retinol in Patients with and without IIH

Abstract & Commentary

By Erik J. Kobylarz, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience, Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University. Dr. Kobylarz reports no financial relationship relevant to this field of study.

Synopsis: Increased levels of retinol in CSF in patients with IIH suggests that vitamin A may be involved in the pathogenesis of IIH.

Source: Warner JE, Larson AJ, Bhosale P, et al. Retinol-binding protein and retinol analysis in cerebrospinal fluid and serum of patients with and without idiopathic intracranial …