ISCHEMIC STROKE IN A YOUNG ADULT REVEALING MOYAMOYA DISEASE: A RARE CAUSE

Moyamoya disease is a rare cerebrovascular disorder characterized by progressive stenosis or occlusion of the proximal cerebral arteries, resulting in the formation of abnormal collateral networks that create the angiographic puff of smoke appearance, from which the Japanese term Moyamoya is derived. Clinically, the disease presents with a broad spectrum of symptoms, ranging from transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) to intracranial hemorrhages and completed ischemic strokes. We present the case of a 47-year-old woman admitted for an altered state of consciousness. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed findings consistent with Moyamoya disease. This case underscores the importance of early diagnosis, often facilitated by imaging, to guide therapeutic strategies and improve patient outcomes.