Original Article

Subarachnoid Neoplasia incidence and Problems of Diagnosis

Authors: JOHN A. WAGNER M.D., JOHN K. FROST M.D., HOWARD WISOTZKEY JR. A.B.

Abstract

Certain tumors of the central nervous system tend to exfoliate cells into the spinal fluid. It is possible to recognize the source of cells so obtained. However, the utmost need exists for very close liaison between the clinician and the laboratory since the material must be fixed, stained and studied promptly.

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