Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy causes

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Causes

The cause of PML is a type of polyomavirus called the JC virus (JCV), after the initials of the patient in whom it was first discovered. The virus is widespread, with 86% of the general population presenting antibodies, but it usually remains latent, causing disease only when the immune system has been severely weakened.

Drug Side Effect

• Ciclosporin