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[Spinal cord ganglioglioma: case report]
L V Truite1, R A Hanel, C V Grande
1Serviço de Neurocirurgia, Hospital Nossa Senhora das Graças, Curitiba, PR, Brasil.
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|July 19, 2001
Summary
Gangliogliomas are rare central nervous system (CNS) tumors. This case report details surgical treatment and literature review for an intramedullary spinal cord ganglioglioma, emphasizing functional preservation.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Neurosurgery
- Spinal Cord Tumors
Background:
- Gangliogliomas are uncommon primary central nervous system (CNS) tumors, with intramedullary spinal cord locations being particularly rare.
- The primary treatment objective for spinal gangliogliomas is complete surgical resection while preserving neurological function.
Observation:
- This article presents a case of a patient with an intramedullary ganglioglioma spanning spinal levels T5 to T10.
- The patient underwent surgical intervention at our institution.
Findings:
- The study reviews literature on intramedullary gangliogliomas, analyzing treatment modalities.
- Total resection is the primary goal, with adjuvant radiotherapy reserved for disease progression or aggressive biological behavior.
Implications:
- This case and review contribute to understanding the management of rare spinal cord tumors.
- Optimal surgical techniques and adjuvant therapy considerations are crucial for favorable patient outcomes.