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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.
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.
Abstract:
Choroid plexus papillomas are rare brain neoplasms, primarily observed in children, and typically manifest with symptoms indicative of heightened intracranial pressure and cerebral irritation. In addition, the tumor's localization varies with the patient's age, and diagnostic and therapeutic approaches predominantly rely on imaging findings and surgical interventions, with histopathological examination being essential for confirmation. This study outlines a unique instance of choroid plexus papilloma in a 30-year-old female, who presented with severe headache and vomiting, subsequently revealing hydrocephalus on Brain CT. Remarkably, the tumor was identified in the Foramen of Monro, an exceedingly rare and unreported location in adults. Notably, the patient underwent successful endoscopic resection without complications, a technique sparsely documented in similar cases. Choroid plexus papilloma, predominantly afflicting children, displays varied tumor locations depending on the patient's age. Our report highlights an exceptional case with an atypical tumor location that was not reported before to our knowledge, and addressed through an innovative endoscopic resection method that was recently used in the management of such cases. This underscores the importance of considering diverse tumor presentations, as it has a favorable prognosis achievable through management, especially with the increasing number of reported cases. Moreover, it advocates for the adoption of emerging endoscopic approaches, which exhibit promising outcomes.

