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What does 'giant panda' mean on a brain mri?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Anatomic: its an area of the midbrain that on MRI that looks like the face of a giant panda. Frankly, I don't see it. But I can't see those pictures that have hidden objects in them either. It has uncertain clinical significance. Talk to your doctor about what it may mean in your situation.

Dr Khalily agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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