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Review
. 2002 Jul;1(3):223-8.
doi: 10.1080/14734220260418457.

Acute cerebellitis

Yukio Sawaishi  1 , Goro Takada
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Review

Acute cerebellitis

Yukio Sawaishi et al. Cerebellum. 2002 Jul.

Abstract

Many recent reports of acute cerebellitis with a critical or potentially critical course have changed the conception of the disease from an acute cerebellar ataxia with a benign course to a notable disease entity with a heterogeneous pathogenesis. The most characteristic finding by magnetic resonance imaging is diffuse cortical swelling of the cerebellum, often complicated by hydrocephalus or tonsillar herniation. A timely assessment and appropriate choice of treatment, including surgical intervention when indicated, are key to improving the outcome of affected patients.

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