MR imaging of multiple sclerosis simulating brain tumor
Neurosciences. 2007; 12 (2): 158-159
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ABSTRACT
Multiple sclerosis [MS] may sometimes present as a mass lesion that is clinically and radiologically indistinguishable from brain tumor. The initial recognition of such cases is essential to avoid a surgical intervention and supplementary treatment. Sometimes areas adjacent to a tumor may present similar histopathological features with non-neoplastic demyelinating lesions. Thus, the proper preparation of the specimen is the key for correct pathological diagnosis. We report a case of MS with large cranial involvement showing a mass effect. The operative procedure associated with medical treatment was performed, and a good result was obtained. Our case presentation and others in the literature suggest strategies for detecting MS presenting as a mass lesion
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IMEMR (Mediterraneo Oriental)
Asunto principal:
Neoplasias Encefálicas
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Imagen por Resonancia Magnética
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Esclerosis Múltiple
Tipo de estudio:
Informe de Casos
Límite:
Femenino
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Humanos
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Neurosciences
Año:
2007
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