The Multiple Faces of Nervous System Lymphoma. Atypical Magnetic Resonance Imaging Features and Contribution of the Advanced Imaging

Primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) is an uncommon variant of extranodal non –Hodgkin lymphoma, which involves the brain, leptomeninges, eyes, or spinal cord without evidence of systemic disease. In addition to a detailed history and physical examination, the evaluation of patients suspected of having a PCNSL should include a contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging. O ccassionaly, PCNSL shows peculiarities on magnetic resonance imaging, which delay the diagnosis and thus the start of treatment.

Source: Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology - July 26, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Mar ía del Mar Jiménez de la Peña, Lidia Gómez Vicente, Raquel Cano Alonso, Silvia Fuertes Cabero, Antonio Maldonado Suárez, Vicente Martínez de Vega Source Type: research