MR in cisternal hydatid cysts.
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چکیده
We describe a case of multiple hydatid cysts in the cerebral subarachnoid space. The diagnosis was based on clinical findings, latex test results, cerebrospinal fluid examination, and MR imaging findings.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology
دوره 18 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1997