[Imaging of cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis].

Abstract

Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis is a rare lipid storage disorder due tocaused by an autosomal recessive inherited defect of the hepatic mitochondrial sterol 27 hydroxylase. It's characterized by accumulation of cholestanol and cholesterol in many tissues, in particular tendons and brain, with tendon xanthomas, juvenile cataracts, and neurological abnormalities. MR imaging showed typical bilateral and symmetrical involvement of the dentate nuclei. Early and long- term treatment may improve neurologic function. The authors present a case of cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis and describe ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance findings.

• Authors: S Nagi, M Bouchriha, R Sebaï, Z Marrakchi-Turki, W Zouaoui, H Mrabet, H Megdiche, C Ben Slama, S Touibi
• Journal: Journal de radiologie (J Radiol) Vol. 87 Issue 12 Pt 1 Pg. 1883-6 (Dec 2006) ISSN: 0221-0363 [Print] France
• Vernacular Title: Imagerie de la xanthomatose cérébrotendineuse.
• PMID: 17213773 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Humans
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Male
• Tomography, X-Ray Computed
• Xanthomatosis, Cerebrotendinous (diagnosis)