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Calcified falx meningioma
S N Mathuriya1, R K Vasishta, N Khandelwal
1Departments of Neurosurgery, Histopathology and Radiology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Neurology India
|October 12, 2000
Abstract:
A totally calcified mid third falcine meningioma in an elderly male patient is presented. An uneventful enmasse excision was performed. Advantages of positioning on ipsilateral side for paramedian extracerebral lesions are highlighted.
Insights
A rare, fully calcified falcine meningioma was surgically removed from an elderly male. The study highlights the benefits of ipsilateral positioning for treating paramedian extracerebral tumors.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
- Radiology
Background:
- Falcine meningiomas are tumors arising from the dura mater along the falx cerebri.
- Calcification within meningiomas can present diagnostic and surgical challenges.
- Paramedian extracerebral lesions require specific surgical approaches for optimal access and resection.
Observation:
- A case of a totally calcified meningioma located in the mid third of the falx cerebri in an elderly male patient is described.
- The tumor was successfully excised en masse, indicating a complete resection.
- The surgical procedure was uneventful, with no immediate complications reported.
Findings:
- Complete surgical excision of a totally calcified falcine meningioma is feasible.
- Ipsilateral patient positioning offers advantages for the surgical management of paramedian extracerebral lesions.
- This approach may facilitate improved surgical field visualization and access.
Implications:
- The findings suggest that ipsilateral positioning is a beneficial strategy for specific intracranial tumor surgeries.
- This case contributes to the understanding of surgical techniques for rare calcified meningiomas.
- Further research could explore the broader applicability of this positioning technique in neurosurgery.