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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is much more useful and helpful in providing functional and molecular information. The confirmation of different microorganisms pending on the MRI appearances is critical to direct clinical treatment and predict the prognosis.
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Xia, S. (2019). MR Imaging and Advanced MRI Techniques. In: Gao, B., Li, H., Law, M. (eds) Imaging of CNS Infections and Neuroimmunology. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-6904-9_2
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