Presentation
Resection and irradiation 8 years ago of a low grade astrocytoma.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Radiation change around astrocytoma
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Stable left temporal resection cavity, containing blood products. Numerous SWI focal punctate regions of signal loss are in keeping with previous regional radiotherapy.
Case Discussion
SWI is far more sensitive with the effects of radiotherapy and in this case the field irradiated can be visualized due to the development of microhemorrhages.