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2 articles matching "nervous system"

ResearchPUBMEDMar 26

Unilateral Primary Angiitis of the Central Nervous System: A Rare and Under-Recognized Entity.

Doctors have identified a rare form of brain inflammation called unilateral primary angiitis of the central nervous system (U-PACNS) that affects only one side of the brain instead of both sides. This condition is often missed or confused with other diseases like brain tumors or multiple sclerosis because it looks similar on imaging tests. The article explains how doctors can better recognize and diagnose this condition by understanding its unique features.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you've been diagnosed with a one-sided brain lesion or inflammation that doctors can't fully explain, this research helps clarify that U-PACNS should be considered in your differential diagnosis, potentially changing your treatment approach.
💬 Ask your doctorPrimary Angiitis of the Central Nervous System (PACNS)Unilateral Primary Angiitis of the Central Nervous System (U-PACNS)Read →
ResearchCLINICALTRIALSMar 26

Trial Now Recruiting: Collection of Biological Samples From Patients With Rare Neurological Diseases (NCT04698421)

Researchers at a hospital in France are collecting biological samples (like blood) from 1,000 patients with rare nervous system diseases that may be caused by the immune system attacking the body. These samples will help scientists find new ways to diagnose and treat these diseases by identifying special markers in the blood that show disease activity.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you have a rare autoimmune neurological disease, participating in this sample collection could help researchers discover new biomarkers and treatments specifically for conditions like yours.
You can act on thisAutoimmune neurological diseasesRare nervous system diseasesRead →

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