A Mass-like Brainstem Lesion as an Unusual Presentation of Neuroborreliosis
A Case Report
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https://doi.org/10.59667/sjoranm.v28i1.24Keywords:
lyme disease , neuroborreliosis , lyme encephalitisAbstract
Neuroborreliosis is an uncommon manifestation of Lyme disease, typically presenting with peripheral neuritis, radiculopathy and/or meningitis. We present an atypical case of central nervous system involvement characterized by a mass-like brainstem lesion and additional supratentorial white matter lesions, radiologically mimicking an inflammatory demyelinating process and posing a significant diagnostic challenge.
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The imaging data supporting this case report are partially included in this article. Additional data are not publicly available due to patient privacy restrictions. Written informed consent for the publication was obtained from the patient and the anonymity of the patient was ensured.
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