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[A large atypical meningioma in childhood: case report]
Patrícia Imperatriz Porto Rondinelli1, Cristiano Ribeiro Viana, Carlos Alberto Martinez Osório
1Departamento de Pediatria, Hospital do Câncer, São Paulo, SP, Brasil. patrondinelli@terra.com.br
Abstract:
Meningiomas are rare in children and a small number of cases has been published. They are tumors typically indolent, but sometimes they show an extreme aggressive behavior. The gold standard of treatment is surgery with total remove of tumor. If the surgery is not possible to do, the options of treatment are few. We describe a case of an atipical meningioma in a 3 years-old girl.
Insights
Meningiomas are rare in pediatric patients. This case highlights an atypical meningioma in a 3-year-old girl, emphasizing treatment challenges when surgery is not an option.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Pediatric Neurosurgery
Background:
- Meningiomas are uncommon in children, with limited published case studies.
- While typically benign, meningiomas can exhibit aggressive behavior.
- Surgical resection is the primary treatment, but options are limited if surgery is not feasible.
Observation:
- A case of an atypical meningioma in a 3-year-old girl is presented.
- The patient's age is notable given the rarity of pediatric meningiomas.
Findings:
- Atypical meningiomas present unique challenges in pediatric oncology.
- The aggressive potential of meningiomas necessitates careful consideration of treatment strategies.
Implications:
- This case underscores the need for further research into pediatric meningioma management.
- Exploring alternative therapeutic options for unresectable pediatric meningiomas is crucial.
