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My daughter had a mri what does this mean mild flair and minimal 12 hyperintensity in the posteriol periventricular regions?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

This has to be co-related with the reason for the MRI and any symptoms- before interpretation.

Answered 9/1/2023

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