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Computed tomography of choroid plexus lesions.
The Journal of Computed Tomography
|June 1, 1979
Summary
This study reviews computed tomographic (CT) and clinical findings for choroid plexus lesions. Primary neoplasms were most common, with vascular lesions and xanthogranulomas also identified.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- The choroid plexus is a crucial structure in the brain responsible for cerebrospinal fluid production.
- Lesions of the choroid plexus can range from benign to malignant and present with diverse clinical and imaging findings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present computed tomographic (CT) and clinical findings of various choroid plexus lesions.
- To discuss distinguishing features of different lesion types for improved diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 14 patients with 17 choroid plexus lesions.
- Analysis of computed tomographic (CT) scans and clinical data.
- Correlation of imaging findings with histopathological diagnoses where available.
Main Results:
- Primary neoplasms (papillomas, meningiomas, carcinoma, astrocytoma, teratocarcinoma) were the most frequent lesions.
- Five vascular lesions (cavernous angiomas, hemangiomas, arteriovenous malformation) and bilateral xanthogranulomas were identified.
- Associations noted between cavernous angiomas and Sturge-Weber syndrome, and meningiomas and neurofibromatosis.
Conclusions:
- Computed tomographic (CT) and clinical features can help differentiate various choroid plexus lesions.
- Understanding these features is vital for accurate diagnosis and management of patients with choroid plexus abnormalities.