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Transjugular extension of meningioma into the mediastinum—a case report.

Authors :
Behbahani, M.
Ahmad, F. U.
Siddiqui, M. A.
Stewart, W.
Alakandy, L. M.
Source :
Acta Neurochirurgica. Jan2010, Vol. 152 Issue 1, p151-154. 4p. 1 Color Photograph, 5 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

A case of a tentorial meningioma with atypical histological features invading the transverse sinus and extending along the internal jugular vein up to the superior mediastinum is described. This report illustrates one of the many ways meningiomas spread beyond the cranial cavity and the difficulty in managing such a problem. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00016268
Volume :
152
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Acta Neurochirurgica
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
47260277
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00701-009-0359-5