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Brain involvement in chronic lymphocytic leukemia

R V Diwan, V G Diwan, E M Bellon

    Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
    |August 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Cerebral infiltration from chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is uncommon but detectable. Computed tomography (CT) aids in diagnosing and monitoring these brain infiltrates, distinguishing them from other conditions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Oncology
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) rarely involves the central nervous system.
    • Accurate diagnosis and monitoring of CNS involvement are crucial for patient management.

    Observation:

    • Cerebral infiltrates in CLL present as areas of variable attenuation on computed tomography (CT).
    • These infiltrates typically enhance after intravenous contrast administration.
    • Characteristic locations include surfaces (cortical, ependymal) or adjacent to shunt tubing.

    Findings:

    • CT imaging can effectively diagnose leukemic cerebral infiltrates.
    • The enhancement patterns and specific locations aid in differentiating these infiltrates from treatment-related leukoencephalopathy.
    • CT allows for monitoring treatment response in patients with CLL brain infiltration.

    Implications:

    • Early and accurate diagnosis of cerebral CLL improves therapeutic strategies.
    • CT imaging is a valuable tool for assessing treatment efficacy in CNS leukemia.
    • Understanding imaging characteristics aids in distinguishing neoplastic from non-neoplastic lesions in the brain.

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