Publication: MR imaging findings in cauda equina gnathostomiasis
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2005-12-01
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01956108
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American Journal of Neuroradiology. Vol.26, No.1 (2005), 39-42
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Kittisak Sawanyawisuth, Somsak Tiamkao, Benjaporn Nitinavakarn, Paron Dekumyoy, Suthipun Jitpimolmard MR imaging findings in cauda equina gnathostomiasis. American Journal of Neuroradiology. Vol.26, No.1 (2005), 39-42. Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/16522
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MR imaging findings in cauda equina gnathostomiasis
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We report a case of cauda equina syndrome caused by Gnathostoma spinigerum, which was confirmed by an immunoblotting test. MR imaging of the lumbosacral spine showed long, segmented hyperintensity along the cauda equina with irregular enhancement on the postcontrast study. The conus medullaris was slightly enlarged with abnormal enhancement. The patient was treated with corticosteroids, and her clinical condition improved. MR imaging, 9 months after treatment, showed the condition to be completely resolved. © American Society of Neuroradiology.