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Induction of Paralysis and Visual System Injury in Mice by T Cells Specific for Neuromyelitis Optica Autoantigen Aquaporin-4
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A rare presentation of trident sign in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder
Xufeng Chen1, Ying Li1, Qian You2
1Department of Neurology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, PR China.
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