CNS involvement of virus-associated hemophagocytic syndrome: MR imaging appearance.
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The MR imaging appearance of a case of virus-associated hemophagocytic syndrome complicated by diffuse CNS infiltration is presented. Virus-associated hemophagocytic syndrome is a rare condition, precipitated by viral infection and characterized by proliferation of benign histiocytes with phagocytosis. In severe cases, the CNS may be involved.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology
دوره 21 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000