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Unusual growth pattern of a meningioma

Hiroshi Kashimura1, Tomohiko Mase, Kuniaki Ogasawara

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Prefectural Chubu Hospital, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan.

Surgical Neurology International
|July 4, 2012
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

This case study details an aggressive rhabdoid meningioma with unusual growth into the subarachnoid space. The tumor

Area of Science:

  • Neuro-oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Rhabdoid meningioma is characterized by high mitotic activity and anaplasia.
  • These tumors often exhibit aggressive growth patterns.

Observation:

  • A 72-year-old woman presented with headache and was found to have a dural-based mass.
  • Imaging revealed a tumor extending into the sylvian cistern and filling cortical sulci.

Findings:

  • Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of rhabdoid meningioma.
  • The tumor displayed a rare growth pattern involving extensive subarachnoid space infiltration.

Implications:

  • This unique presentation highlights the aggressive potential of rhabdoid meningiomas.
  • Understanding such growth patterns is crucial for surgical planning and patient management.
Keywords:
Magnetic resonance imagingmeningiomarhabdoid

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