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Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Multiple Sclerosis at 7.0 Tesla
Published on: February 19, 2021
Tumefactive multiple sclerosis: an uncommon diagnostic challenge.
Martha A Kaeser1, Frank Scali, Frank P Lanzisera
1Resident, Department of Radiology, Logan College of Chiropractic, Chesterfield, MO 63006.
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
|October 27, 2011
Summary
A rare case of tumefactive multiple sclerosis (MS) initially mimicked a peripheral nerve lesion. Early recognition of atypical MS presentations is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroimmunology
- Radiology
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) can present with atypical manifestations.
- Tumefactive MS is a rare form that can mimic other neurological conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of tumefactive MS initially misdiagnosed.
- To highlight the importance of recognizing varied MS presentations.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a 30-year-old woman with sudden foot drop.
- Brain MRI revealed a large parietal lobe mass and white matter lesions consistent with tumefactive MS.
Main Results:
- The patient experienced recurrent myospasms and neurologic deficits.
- Tumefactive MS can mimic glioma or cerebral abscess on imaging.
Conclusions:
- Timely diagnosis of MS requires awareness of its diverse clinical and imaging features.
- Optimal treatment for MS depends on accurate and prompt diagnosis.
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