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Postoperative ectopic craniopharyngioma. Case report.

Authors :
Ragoowansi AT
Piepgras DG
Source :
Journal of neurosurgery [J Neurosurg] 1991 Apr; Vol. 74 (4), pp. 653-5.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

The case of an ectopic craniopharyngioma arising from a seed of tissue deposited along the operative track is reported. The uniqueness of this lesion is addressed. Ideal therapy and controversies regarding radiation therapy of craniopharyngiomas are discussed in light of this new variation in recurrence.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0022-3085
Volume :
74
Issue :
4
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of neurosurgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
2002381
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3171/jns.1991.74.4.0653