Olivopontocerebellar atrophy

Case contributed by Mohamed Abdalla
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Deterioration of cognitive functions and behavioral changes.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Male

MRI Brain

mri
  • Atrophy of the brainstem, cerebellum and middle cerebellar peduncles as well as associated cerebral atrophy
  • Hot cross bun sign is apparent at axial T2 WI across the pons
  • Straightening of the pontomedullary angle

Case Discussion

Advanced features consistent with multiple systemic atrophy cerebellar type (MSA-C) also known as olivopontocerebellar atrophy.

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