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CNS infections — Flashcards

CNS infections — Flashcards

CNS infections — Flashcards
10 flashcards
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#1

What is the most common form of spongiform encephalopathy? _____

#2

Viral meningitis is associated with _____ glucose in the CSF

#3

What is used to differentiate between primary CNS lymphoma and toxoplasmosis?_____

#4

What type necrosis is seen with brain infarcts and abscess? _____

#5

Primary CNS lymphoma must be distinguished from _____ infection via CSF analysis or other lab tests

#6

Bacterial meningitis may cause death due to _____, secondary to cerebral edema

#7

Spongiform encephalopathy is characterized histologically by intracellular _____ due to damage to neurons and glial cells

#8

Negri bodies of Rabies virus can be found in the cytoplasm of the _____ cells and cerebellar purkinje cells

#9

Lab results of S. pneumoniae meningitis include _____ polymorphonuclear cells in CSF (high or low)

#10

What is the term for infarcted tissue in the basal ganglia or internal capsule caused by occlusion of a lenticulostriate artery?

CNS infections Flashcards for USMLE

Study 10 flashcards on CNS infections for USMLE Pathology. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Neuropathology. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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There are 10 flashcards for CNS infections, covering the key concepts, clinical correlations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Neuropathology.
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