Abstract
We described two cases of chronic progressive radiation myelopathy (CPRM), in which magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was of great value for the diagnosis. Gadolinium-DTPA (Gd-DTPA) enhancement delineated precise lesions responsible for Brown-Séquard syndrome caused by CPRM in both cases. This safe, sensitive procedure will be a requisite study in patients who are suspected of CPRM.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Contrast Media
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Gadolinium
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Gadolinium DTPA
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Head and Neck Neoplasms / radiotherapy
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Humans
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Organometallic Compounds*
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Pentetic Acid*
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Radiation Injuries / diagnosis*
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Radiotherapy / adverse effects*
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Spinal Cord Diseases / diagnosis*
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Spinal Cord Diseases / etiology
Substances
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Contrast Media
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Organometallic Compounds
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Pentetic Acid
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Gadolinium
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Gadolinium DTPA