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Does no space-occupying lesion or mass effect mean that the brain mri is negative for ms?

Q: does no space-occupying lesion or mass effect mean that the brain mri is negative for ms?

: No, it does not mean that. Your neurologist will discuss the result in detail, good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

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No, it does not mean that. Your neurologist will discuss the result in detail, good luck.

Answered 6/29/2023

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

The report specifies the lack of any growing lesion, and unless you have omitted pertinent areas, there appears to be no comment about MS. The radiologist is NOT required to list all negatives.

Answered 7/5/2023

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Does no space-occupying lesion or mass effect mean that the brain mri is negative for ms?

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