Cerebral arachnoid cysts in children.
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چکیده
The case histories of 14 children are described in which hydrocephalus was found on investigation to be associated with a cyst of the posterior fossa or subarachnoid cisterns. The neuroradiological and histological findings are described. The cysts are considered to be developmental in origin. Their recognition and management are discussed.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
دوره 34 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1971