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Parkinsonism as a manifestation of brain tumor
Abstract:
Neoplasm is an uncommon cause of the parkinsonian syndrome. We are presenting three cases of intracranial tumors whose major manifestations included parkinsonism. Surgical treatment resulted in control of the extrapyramidal symptoms in two of our patients. Because no curative treatment is available for the vast majority of parkinsonian patients, early detection of an underlying neoplasm may offer a most rewarding outcome. Unilaterality of the symptoms, overwhelming dementia, or suspicion of a mass should lead to the performance of computed tomography.
Insights
Intracranial tumors can cause parkinsonian syndrome. Early detection through computed tomography may lead to symptom control in some cases.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Oncology
Background:
- Parkinsonian syndrome is typically idiopathic or caused by neurodegenerative diseases.
- Neoplasms are an infrequent cause of parkinsonism.
Observation:
- Three cases of intracranial tumors presenting with parkinsonism are described.
- Symptoms included extrapyramidal signs, dementia, and unilateral neurological deficits.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention successfully managed parkinsonian symptoms in two of the three patients.
- Computed tomography (CT) is crucial for diagnosing mass lesions.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis of neoplastic parkinsonism can lead to favorable outcomes.
- CT scans are recommended when parkinsonism presents with dementia or unilateral symptoms.