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Radiology of post-operative paediatric cerebellar mutism syndrome

Author: Shivaram Avula

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 6/2020

Abstract

Background

Post-operative paediatric cerebellar mutism syndrome is a well-recognized complication following posterior fossa tumour resection in children. Over the past few decades, imaging has played an important role in understanding this disorder.

Aim

This review article aims to focus on the disorder from a radiological perspective, summarizing the salient radiological evidence related to the anatomical structures, pathophysiology, and risk factors related to this disorder.

Conclusion

Radiological studies have been integral to the improved understanding of this condition. Future large multicentre studies and quantitative analysis techniques will be vital in further refinement of our understanding of this complex condition.

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Title: Radiology of post-operative paediatric cerebellar mutism syndrome
Author: Shivaram Avula
Publication date: 01-06-2020
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Mutism
Mutism
Published in: Child's Nervous System / Issue 6/2020
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-019-04224-x

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Radiology of post-operative paediatric cerebellar mutism syndrome

Abstract

Background

Aim

Conclusion

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Abstract

Background

Aim

Conclusion

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