[Tuberous sclerosis complex]

Radiologe. 2013 Dec;53(12):1091-8. doi: 10.1007/s00117-013-2553-y.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Tuberous sclerosis complex is an autosomal dominant disorder with variable affection of the central nervous system (CNS) and many other organ systems. Radiological features include various lesions of the brain as well as lesions of the lungs, kidneys and the heart. Imaging is important for the early detection of complications. This article provides an overview of the clinical features and therapy as well as the specific imaging of tuberous sclerosis complex.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Echocardiography / methods
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
  • Tuberous Sclerosis / diagnosis*
  • Tuberous Sclerosis / therapy*