Delayed Cerebral Ischemia of the Corpus Callosum: A Case Report

Ischemic infarction of the corpus callosum is a rare condition due to its rich vascular supply and therefore has been infrequently reported. Here, we present a case of a patient who developed a delayed infarct of the corpus callosum in the body. The condition was characterized by bilateral lower extremity weakness and visual disturbances following intraventricular hemorrhage managed with ventriculostomy. Understanding the anatomy and function of the corpus callosum is crucial to understanding the etiology of infarctions as well as their clinical significance. It is also essential to distinguish between relatively common post-shunting changes and true infarction and to recognize the limited consequences of corpus callosum infarction. Increased awareness of this rare infarct would help to prevent unnecessary interventions and increase the ability of the physician to provide optimal care for the patient.