Creutzfedldt- Jakob Disease (CJD)

Background: Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease (CJD) is a degenerative neurological disorder that is incurable and invariably fatal. CJD is also called a human form of mad cow disease. CJD caused by an agent called a prion.

Objective: To describe the features and complications of CJD and discuss the current management

Methods: Detailed history, physical examination and laboratory investigations.

Conclusion: This report highlights the importance of detailed family history and physical examination in the diagnosis of Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease. In addition, it gives a good insight about the pathogenesis and the clinical presentation of Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease.