Accumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus, globus pallidus internus

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Accumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus is commonly found in aging brain and recognized as symmetric areas of increased attenuation. However, they are often called simply "calcifications" not to raise suspicion of a primary metabolic disease.

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Accumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus, globus pallidus internus

Accumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus, globus pallidus internus: CT - Computed tomographyAccumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus, globus pallidus internus: CT - Computed tomographyAccumulation of iron in the medial globus pallidus, globus pallidus internus: CT - Computed tomography
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