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Hydrocephalus
Studies from University of Heidelberg have provided new information about hydrocephalus
February 3rd, 2009
"Intracranial dermoid cysts are uncommon, and their clinical features as well as surgical management differ from patient to patient. Dermoids are generally benign lesions, but may cause spontaneous complications such as meningitis and/or hydrocephalus due to rupture and epileptic seizures depending on their location," researchers in Heidelberg, Germany report. "Little has been reported about characteristic imaging findings with resulting therapeutic considerations, and only a few reports exist about associated hydrocephalus. Imaging modalities have changed and can facilitate differential diagnosis and follow-up if applied correctly. In this paper, we attempt to...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-02-03)
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