Neuropathology

An 18-month-old boy presented with nausea, vomiting, and progressive somnolence. Imaging studies revealed a large mass in the fourth ventricle, associated with obstructive hydrocephalus. He[...]

By MCL Education • October 9, 2018

Mayo Clinic laboratory experts share four case studies in this month’s "PathWays" post and are challenging you to test your neuropathology and anatomic pathology knowledge. Review the cases, take the quizzes, and learn how the correct diagnoses were made.

By Erika Fetterman • September 11, 2018

A 45-year-old woman presented with some unexplained discomfort in the lumbosacral spine for approximately five months, which was initially across the back and then spread[...]

By MCL Education • September 11, 2018

This week's PathWays case study involves a 63-year-old woman experiencing difficulties with memory, balance, and fatigue. Can you make the diagnosis?

By Rene Revier • July 11, 2017

This week's case study reviews a uterine leiomyomata, which was removed from a 27-year-old woman who presented for a myomectomy due to abnormal uterine bleeding. Can you make the diagnosis?

By April Josselyn • June 20, 2017