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Leptomeningitis: A condition which is characterized by inflammation of the leptomeninges. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Leptomeningitis is available below.
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Inflammation of the arachnoid membrane and adjacent subarachnoid space. (On-line Medical Dictionary) - (Source - Diseases Database)
Inflammation of the leptomeninges - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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