CSF IgH gene rearrangement analysis in isolated post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder of the central nervous system.
Baehring, Joachim M.; Landry, Marie-Louise; Cooper, Dennis; Hui, Pei; Bannykh, Serguei
[Miscellaneous Article] Journal of Neuro-Oncology. 86(1):57-60, 2008.

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Isolated post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) of the central nervous system is rare and its diagnosis can be challenging. A biopsy is usually required in order to distinguish the disease from opportunistic infections. We present a case in whom immunoglobulin heavy chain gene rearrangement analysis of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) was instrumental in establishing the diagnosis.

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