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Deep sylvian meningioma in a child
1Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Children's Hospital, Korea.
Summary
A rare pediatric brain tumor, deep sylvian meningioma, was diagnosed in a 2-year-old boy. This case represents the youngest patient and third intrasylvian meningioma reported in children.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Pediatric Neurosurgery
Background:
- Meningiomas are typically slow-growing tumors arising from the meninges.
- Pediatric meningiomas are rare, accounting for a small percentage of childhood brain tumors.
Observation:
- A 2-year-old boy presented with a deep sylvian fissure meningioma.
- This tumor lacked dural or ventricular system attachment, an unusual characteristic.
Findings:
- This represents the youngest reported case of a pediatric meningioma.
- It is the third reported instance of an intrasylvian meningioma in the pediatric age group (up to 15 years).
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for meningiomas to occur in atypical locations within the pediatric brain.
- Contributes to understanding the spectrum of rare pediatric central nervous system tumors.
- Emphasizes the need for specialized diagnostic and surgical approaches for deep-seated pediatric brain tumors.