Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3062200 | Journal of Clinical Neuroscience | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The incidence of cerebral phaeohyphomycosis, an infection caused by a dark-pigmented fungus, is increasing. The infection may mimic a high-grade glioma clinically and radiographically. Magnetic resonance spectroscopy may be helpful in differentiating the two. We report two cases to increase the awareness of cerebral phaeohyphomycosis in the clinical neurosciences. Early biopsy establishing the diagnosis, followed by aggressive combined surgical and medical management is necessary for a good outcome.
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Authors
Erik F. Hauck, Michael McGinnis, Haring J. Nauta,