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Encephalomyelitis
Scientists at Neurological Institute publish new data on encephalomyelitis
October 22nd, 2008
Researchers detail in 'Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis,' new data in encephalomyelitis. "Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), which is classified as a demyelinating disease of the central nervous system (CNS), is a condition that may be regarded as a bridge linking neurology and the infectious diseases. According to the classic definition, ADEM is a monophasic disease that can arise spontaneously; in most cases, however, it is triggered by systemic viral infections or, more rarely, by vaccinations," scientists in Pavia, Italy report. "As the most recent publications on this topic have shown, ADEM can present a relapsing course, being described as...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-10-22)
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