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Central pontine myelinolysis (CPM) (also known as osmotic demyelination) refers to acute demyelination of the white matter tracts traversing the pons. It seen in the setting of osmotic changes,typically with the rapid correction of hyponatraemia.When the extrapontine structures are affected it is known as extrapontine myelinolysis (EPM). Extrapontine structures which are affected include basal ganglia, …

Central Pontine Myelinolysis: A case report. Read More »

Until recently, imaging had a limited role in the preoperative assessment of perianal fistulas. Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has been shown to demonstrate accurately the anatomy of the perianal region. In addition to showing the anal sphincter mechanism, MR imaging clearly shows the relationship of fistulas to the pelvic diaphragm (levator plate) and the ischiorectal …

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Clinical History: A 59 year old male patient presented with back pain radiating to left lower limb since few years. Prior X rays did not reveal any abnormality. Patient referred for imaging of L-S Spine. Imaging Findings: On CT scan , there was a lesion eroding the borders of the left neuroforamen and especially the …

Schwannoma (Neurilemmoma) – A Case Report Read More »

Clinical History: A 70 years old male presented with history of progressive forgetfulness since past few months. H/o involuntary movements of the head and upper extremities was noted. No h/o weakness. No h/o past vascular insult/stroke. On examination no focal neurological deficit seen. Imaging Findings: Patient referred for Plain MR imaging with clinical diagnosis of …

Alzheimer’s Disease – A Case Report Read More »