Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is a renal disorder characterized by heavy proteinuria, 
hypoalbuninemia, edema and hypercholesterolemia. Nephrotic syndrome in children 
is known to be associated with an hypercoagulable state and thromboembolic 
complications. However cerebral sinovenous thrombosis (CSVT) is very rare. Here 
we report a seven-year-old child with steroid-dependent idopathic nephrotic 
syndrome resulting from a minimal change disease, developed multiple cerebral 
sinovenous thrombosis, presenting with headache, left sixth nerve palsy, and 
papilledema. The diagnosis of CSVT was established by cranial computed 
tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and magnetic resonance angiography. He 
gradually recovered after anticoagulant therapy. CSVT is very rare in nephrotic 
children. The diagnosis of CSVT should be considered in any patient with 
nephrotic syndrome who develops neurologic symptoms. This report highlights the 
importance of suspecting and recognizing this potentially life threatening 
complication and initiating early treatment.