ISSN:
1432-1084
Keywords:
Key words: Myelofibrosis
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Plain film
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Ultrasound
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CT
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MR imaging
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Extramedullary hematopoiesis
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract. The purpose of this review is to illustrate the wide range of radiological abnormalities in myelofibrosis. Myelofibrosis, also called myeloid metaplasia, is a myeloproliferative disorder of unknown etiology. The common imaging findings in patients with myelofibrosis are osteosclerosis, hepatosplenomegaly, and lymphadenopathies. In addition, extramedullary hematopoiesis may develop in multiple sites such as chest, abdomen, pelvis, and central nervous system, simulating malignant disease. Selected plain-film, CT, and MR images in patients with myelofibrosis are shown as pictorial essay to allow ready recognition of the most common imaging abnormalities of the disease.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s003300050850
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