Intrinsic epidermoid of the brain stem: case report and review of the literature
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-018-3774-1
Abstract: PurposePurely cystic brain stem epidermoid is a rare diagnosis among all brainstem cystic lesions. Further, it is very rare in pediatric age group.MethodsHere, we are reporting a rare case of completely cystic brain stem epidermoid… read more here.
Keywords: case; report; brain stem; cystic brain ... See more keywords
IMG-02. USEFUL DIAGNOSIS OF PEDIATRIC CYSTIC BRAIN TUMORS USING MULTIPLE POSITRON EMISSION TOMOGRAPHY STUDIES
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DOI: 10.1093/neuonc/noaa222.338
Abstract: Abstract OBJECTIVE Pediatric brain tumors are primarily diagnosed using MRI or CT examination; however, determining the correct diagnosis using only morphological MRI can sometimes be challenging. Positron emission tomography (PET) uses radiotracers for metabolic and… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric cystic; astrocytoma; met flt; cystic brain ... See more keywords
Atypical T1 Hyperintense Neurocysticercosis Masquerading As Cystic Brain Metastases
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DOI: 10.1200/jgo.2016.006536
Abstract: Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is a clinical condition characterized by involvement of the CNS by an encysted larval form of the parasite Taenia solium. It is a common cause of seizures and neurologic morbidity in developing countries.… read more here.
Keywords: cystic brain; hyperintense; atypical hyperintense; hyperintense neurocysticercosis ... See more keywords
Removal of a malignant cystic brain tumor utilizing pyoktanin blue and fibrin glue: Technical note
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DOI: 10.4103/2152-7806.200578
Abstract: Background: The leakage of cystic fluid during metastatic cystic brain tumor resection may cause tumor dissemination. When the cyst wall is thin, excision without removing the wall is often difficult. Methods: We were able to… read more here.
Keywords: fibrin glue; pyoktanin blue; brain tumor; cystic brain ... See more keywords