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Intramedullary cavernous malformation
Introduction
The intramedullary cavernous malformation accounts for approximately 5% of all cavernous malformations.
Regardless of their location, cavernous malformations are histologically identical and their clinical presentation varies depending on the location. [1]
Diagnostic Findings
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Intramedullary cavernous malformation
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Intramedullary cavernous malformation
References
References
- ↑ Bourgouin PM, Tampieri D, Johnston W, Steward J, Melancon D, Ethier R: Multiple occult vascular malformations of the brain and spinal cord: MRI diagnosis. Neuroradiology 34: 110–111, 1992
External Links
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