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Skull base chondrosarcoma presenting with parenchymal hemorrhage: A case report
Anshu C Warade1, Nitin Dwivedi1, R B Deshpande2
1Department of Neurosurgery, P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai, India.
Summary
This case report highlights a rare instance of intracranial chondrosarcoma (CS) in a 65-year-old male. The tumor, initially a small skull base mass, unexpectedly caused a large cerebellar hemorrhage.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Neurosurgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Chondrosarcoma (CS) is a slow-growing malignant tumor.
- Intracranial chondrosarcomas are typically extradural osseous lesions.
- Intradural chondrosarcomas with intratumoral hemorrhage are exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A 65-year-old male presented with a small mass in the left posterior skull base.
- The patient experienced sudden deterioration due to a large cerebellar hemorrhage.
- This presentation is highly unusual for chondrosarcoma.
Findings:
- The case details an intradural chondrosarcoma.
- The tumor was associated with a significant intratumoral hemorrhage.
- Literature review of similar rare cases is presented.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of chondrosarcoma presentation.
- Highlights the potential for sudden, severe complications like hemorrhage.
- Informs diagnostic and management strategies for rare intracranial tumors.
