Neuroimaging evaluation in multiple sclerosis.

M J Rieumont; S A DeLuca

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Neuroimaging evaluation in multiple sclerosis.

M J Rieumont·S A DeLuca

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Although clinical evaluation remains the cornerstone in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has emerged as the ancillary study of choice. An important diagnostic tool, MRI can also be used to assess disease load, activity and progression, and distinguish between acute and chronic lesions. As technology advances, it will play an essential role in monitoring disease progression and assessing the results of therapy.

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M J Rieumont, S A DeLuca. 1993. Neuroimaging evaluation in multiple sclerosis.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8342480/

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