An unusual case of basophilic meningitis revealing a chronicphase chronic myeloid leukemia: a report after almost three years of follow-up

Key Points

• To explore the connection between basophilic meningitis and chronic myeloid leukemia in a unique case.
• Detailed clinical examination and patient history over a three-year follow-up period.
• Diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests conducted to evaluate chronic myeloid leukemia.
• Monitoring of symptoms related to basophilic meningitis and leukemia during follow-up.
• The patient displayed neurological symptoms consistent with basophilic meningitis.
• Chronic myeloid leukemia was diagnosed after initial symptoms of meningitis.
• A significant correlation was observed between the symptoms of meningitis and the leukemia over time.