Inherited multiple meningiomas: a clinical, pathological and cytogenetic study of an affected family.
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چکیده
The clinical features of a family with inherited multiple meningiomas as the major manifestation of neurofibromatosis are presented. The value of noninvasive radiological screening investigations is emphasised. The results of cytogenetic and pathological studies on the family are presented and discussed with a review of the relevant literature.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
دوره 49 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1986