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Recurrence of Intraventricular Meningioma along the Surgical Track
Abhidha Shah1, Saswat Dandpat1, Ravikiran Vutha1
1Department of Neurosurgery, K.E.M. Hospital and Seth G.S. Medical College, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Abstract:
This is a report of three cases of intraventricular meningiomas treated in our department wherein the tumors recurred along the surgical tract. The meningioma in each case was histologically "benign" at the time of first surgery and even at the time of recurrence. Although reported earlier, such cases of recurrence of meningiomas along the surgical tract are relatively rare.
Insights
Intraventricular meningiomas, even benign ones, can recur along the surgical path. This rare phenomenon highlights the importance of careful surgical technique and follow-up for these brain tumors.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neuropathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Intraventricular meningiomas are tumors arising from the brain's ventricles.
- Recurrence of meningiomas, particularly along surgical tracts, is a known but uncommon event.
- Histologically benign meningiomas can exhibit aggressive behavior, including recurrence.
Observation:
- This report details three cases of intraventricular meningiomas treated surgically.
- In all three cases, the tumors recurred along the surgical tract after initial resection.
Findings:
- The recurrent meningiomas were histologically benign, similar to the primary tumors.
- Recurrence along the surgical tract, while previously documented, remains a rare occurrence for intraventricular meningiomas.
Implications:
- These cases underscore the potential for benign intraventricular meningiomas to recur locally, even along the surgical pathway.
- Careful surgical technique and diligent postoperative surveillance are crucial for managing these rare recurrences.
