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Cranial computed tomography in leukaemia.

D P Kingsley, B E Kendall

    Neuroradiology
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Computed tomograms in 41 acute leukemia patients revealed frequent neurological complications. Over half showed abnormalities, including leukemic deposits, infections, and treatment-related brain changes, highlighting the need for vigilant monitoring.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Radiology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Prolonged treatment for acute leukemia often necessitates regular medical imaging.
    • Neurological disturbances are a common concern in leukemia patients undergoing therapy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review computed tomograms (CTs) of acute leukemia patients treated for prolonged periods.
    • To identify and categorize neurological abnormalities observed on CT scans in this patient cohort.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of computed tomograms from 41 patients with acute leukemia.
    • Analysis of CT findings in relation to neurological symptoms and routine assessments.

    Main Results:

    • Abnormalities were detected in 59% of the reviewed CT scans.

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  • Identified causes included leukemic deposits (2 cases), infections (4 cases), and necrotizing leucoencephalopathy (4 cases).
  • Cerebral swelling (3 patients), ventricular dilatation (15 patients), and enlarged cortical sulci (13 patients) were also observed.

    • Conclusions:

    • Computed tomography is valuable in detecting diverse neurological complications in acute leukemia patients.
    • Findings suggest a potential relationship between drug therapy and observed brain abnormalities, warranting further investigation.