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  • Title: A case of invasive thymoma associated with myasthenia gravis, myositis and demyelinating neuropathy.
    Author: Miller H, Shenstone BD, Joffe R, Kannangara S.
    Journal: Clin Exp Neurol; 1986; 22():13-8. PubMed ID: 3581502.
    Abstract:
    A 56 year old male presented after 2 months of muscle stiffness, pain and palpable lumps. Biopsy confirmed the presence of myositis. Myasthenia gravis and peripheral neuropathy became clinically apparent within days of commencing corticosteroid therapy. 4 months later, at operation, a locally invasive thymoma was found. This combination of features has not previously been described.
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