Axial T2-weighted MR image
Neuroradiology
Case TypeClinical Cases
AuthorsTaberner López E, Vañó Molina M, Mollá E, Pastor A, Jornet J, Caño A
Patient29 years, male
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URL: | https://www.eurorad.org/case/12723 |
DOI: | 10.1594/EURORAD/CASE.12723 |
ISSN: | 1563-4086 |
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