40. Multiple sclerosis

Page created on March 20, 2019. Last updated on December 18, 2024 at 16:56

Organ: Brain

Description:

There are multiple greyish, glass-like foci, especially around the ventricles.

Diagnosis: Multiple sclerosis

Risk factors:

  • Young females
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Smoking
  • Vitamin D deficiency

Theory:

The lesions show the demyelination of the nerves. It’s especially typical to find them around the ventricles.

Protected Area

These images are password-protected due to copyright concerns. Please verify with a password to unlock the content or use https://new.greek.doctor/ which does not require a password.