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CSF Correction Factors for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Adults

Neurology Minute

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Understanding False Pleocytosis in Traumatic Lumbar Punctures

This chapter discusses a retrospective study on traumatic lumbar punctures, highlighting that false pleocytosis occurs in over half of the cases. It emphasizes the importance of cautious interpretation of corrected CSF white blood cell counts to avoid misdiagnosis.

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