Foramen of Monro choroid plexus papilloma: An extremely rare location managed by endoscopic resection

Mahmoud Abdallat1, Mohammed Aloqaily2, Wafi Aloqaily2

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.

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Insights

This study reports a rare choroid plexus papilloma in an adult female

Area of Science:

  • Neuro-oncology
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Adult Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Choroid plexus papillomas (CPPs) are rare brain neoplasms typically seen in children.
  • Symptoms often include increased intracranial pressure and cerebral irritation.
  • Tumor location in CPPs varies with patient age.

Observation:

  • A unique case of CPP in a 30-year-old female is presented.
  • The patient experienced severe headache and vomiting, with hydrocephalus noted on Brain CT.
  • The tumor was unusually located in the Foramen of Monro, a rare adult site.

Findings:

  • The choroid plexus papilloma was successfully resected using an endoscopic approach.
  • This minimally invasive technique is rarely documented for adult CPPs.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering atypical presentations of CPPs in adults.
  • Demonstrates the efficacy and potential of endoscopic resection for rare adult CPPs.
  • Suggests favorable prognoses with timely management and adoption of emerging surgical techniques.

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