Type:
Educational Exhibit
Keywords:
Neuroradiology brain, Neuroradiology peripheral nerve, Neuroradiology spine
Authors:
M. D. Agrawal, P. S. Naphade, S. S. Sankhe, K. M. Siva; Mumbai/IN
DOI:
10.1594/ecr2010/C-2727
Learning objectives
To describe the range of radiological findings in atypical cases of CNS tuberculosis with special attention to its complications and sequelae that allow for early, accurate diagnosis and disease monitoring.
In this poster we will review the importance of of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offering greater inherent sensitivity and specificity than CT scan, which help in early diagnosis and diffrentiation from mimics. In addition to conventional MRI imaging, diffusion imaging, and proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy techniques are complementary and equally important for better tissue characterization in CNS TB.
The aim is to improve the ability and increase confidence while reporting cases of CNS tuberculosis which is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in both pediatric and adult age group.