Calvarial malignant fibrous histiocytoma
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R Chhabra1, S K Gupta, K S Manjunath Prasad
1Department of Neurosurgery, Chandigarh, India.
Abstract:
Primary malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) of the central nervous system (CNS) is uncommon. We report cases of two young patients of MFH arising from the cranial meninges and involving the adjacent skull and scalp. There was infiltration of the brain in one case. Both the lesions were excised and primary scalp repair was performed.
Insights
Malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) of the central nervous system (CNS) is rare. This report details two young patients with cranial meninges MFH involving the skull and scalp, with one case showing brain infiltration.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) is a rare tumor.
- Central nervous system (CNS) involvement by MFH is exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- Two young patients presented with MFH originating from the cranial meninges.
- The tumors involved adjacent skull and scalp tissues.
- One patient experienced intracranial brain infiltration by the tumor.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of both MFH lesions was performed.
- Primary scalp repair was successfully conducted post-excision.
Implications:
- Highlights the occurrence of rare CNS MFH in young individuals.
- Emphasizes the importance of surgical management for meningeal MFH.
- Contributes to understanding the clinical presentation and surgical outcomes of cranial MFH.
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