Choroid Plexus Papilloma of Foramen of Luschka
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چکیده
We reported a rare case of choroid plexus papilloma arising at the foramen of Luschka of the fourth ventricle. The features of the tumor, as observed by computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and digital subtraction angiography are described, along with a review of the literature. Correspondence Author to: Kou-Mou Huang Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan No. 95, Wen-Chang Road, Taipei 111, Taiwan J Radiol Sci 2011; 36: 183-186 Choroid plexus papilloma of Foramen of luschka 184 J Radiol Sci September 2011 Vol.36 No.3 1a
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