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Published in: European Radiology 8/2003

01-08-2003 | Neuro

Tuberculosis of the central nervous system: overview of neuroradiological findings

Authors: A. Bernaerts, F. M. Vanhoenacker, P. M. Parizel, J. W. M. Van Goethem, R. van Altena, A. Laridon, J. De Roeck, V. Coeman, A. M. De Schepper

Published in: European Radiology | Issue 8/2003

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Abstract.

This article presents the range of manifestations of tuberculosis (TB) of the craniospinal axis. Central nervous system (CNS) infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis occurs either in a diffuse form as basal exudative leptomeningitis or in a localized form as tuberculoma, abscess, or cerebritis. In addition to an extensive review of computed tomography and magnetic resonance features, the pathogenesis and the relevant clinical setting are discussed. Modern imaging is a cornerstone in the early diagnosis of CNS tuberculosis and may prevent unnecessary morbidity and mortality. Contrast-enhanced MR imaging is generally considered as the modality of choice in the detection and assessment of CNS tuberculosis.
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Metadata
Title
Tuberculosis of the central nervous system: overview of neuroradiological findings
Authors
A. Bernaerts
F. M. Vanhoenacker
P. M. Parizel
J. W. M. Van Goethem
R. van Altena
A. Laridon
J. De Roeck
V. Coeman
A. M. De Schepper
Publication date
01-08-2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
European Radiology / Issue 8/2003
Print ISSN: 0938-7994
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1084
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-002-1608-7

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