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In december 2017, mother-in -law had ct of brain that showed atrophy. in feb 2018 she had mri that showed acute encephalopathy. what does this mean?
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Encephalopathy: Is a broad term denoting that something is wrong with the brain, the doctor following the case or who ordered the MRI study would give you the specifics, best wishes
Answered 10/24/2018
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