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Multifocal melanocytoma of the posterior fossa and subcutaneous scalp in the absence of neurocutaneous melanosis
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Primary leptomeningeal melanocytic neoplasms of the central nervous system are rare. Multifocal lesions typically occur in the setting of cutaneous melanosis. We present the first report of a posterior fossa melanocytoma and subcutaneous melanocytoma of intermediate grade in the absence of cutaneous melanosis.
Suprasellar epithelioid hemangioendothelioma: Case report and review of the literature
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE) is a rare sarcoma of vascular origin, which is clinically and histologically intermediate between benign hemangioma and angiosarcoma. It is most commonly found in the liver, lung, and bone, however, 46 intracranial cases have been reported in the literature, of which this is the fifth reported suprasellar tumor.
Brain metastases from breast cancer during pregnancy
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Brain metastasis during pregnancy is a rare occurrence. In particular, there have only been three prior cases regarding breast cancer metastasis. We report a patient with breast cancer metastasis to the brain during pregnancy and review the literature.
Ollier disease with anaplastic astrocytoma: A review of the literature and a unique case
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Ollier disease is a rare, nonfamilial disorder that primary affects the long bones and cartilage of joints with multiple enchondromas. It is associated with a higher risk of central nervous system (CNS) malignancies; although the incidence is unknown.
Lymphomatoid granulomatosis of the brain: A case report
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Lymphomatoid granulomatosis is a rare disorder of the central nervous system (CNS) with few cases being reported in literature. We present the case of an adult with an unusual lesion of the CNS who presented with motor seizures and was diagnosed with lymphomatoid granulomatosis, followed by a discussion of the process of evaluation and management.
Management and outcomes of intramedullary spinal cord tumors: A single center experience from a developing country
Date of publication: 01-Sep-2016
Background:Intraoperative neurophysiology, high magnification microscopes, and ultrasonic aspirators are considered essential aid for the safe resection of intramedullary spinal cord tumors (IMSCTs). Most centers in developing countries such as Pakistan still lack these facilities. The purpose of this study was to review the management of IMSCTs at our hospital and to determine factors associated with the outcomes of surgery.
Surface anatomy for implantation of external ventricular drainage: Some surgical remarks
Date of publication: 29-Aug-2016
Background:External ventricular drainage (EVD) is an emergency process intended to reduce intracranial hypertension resulting from the obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow. This creates a temporary situation to extract CSF that cannot pass through normally. Knowing the surface anatomy for EVD implantation is important to prevent its inadvertent complications. The external landmarks have been designed in this anatomic study to review the classical landmarks and come up with new landmarks to improve this simple but lifesaving procedure.
Iatrogenic spinal hematoma as a complication of lumbar puncture: What is the risk and best management plan?
Date of publication: 29-Aug-2016
Background:Lumbar puncture (LP) rarely results in complications such as spinal hematomas. However, it remains unclear if certain variables increase likelihood of these events, or if surgical intervention improves outcome.
Traumatic brain injury and subsequent glioblastoma development: Review of the literature and case reports
Date of publication: 26-Aug-2016
Background:Previous reports have proposed an association between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and subsequent glioblastoma (GBM) formation.
