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Xanthogranulomas of the choroid plexus in a neuro-epileptic child. Case report
Journal of Neurosurgery
|April 1, 1978
Insights
Bilateral xanthogranulomas were surgically removed from a child
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Pediatric neurology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Choroid plexus xanthogranulomas are rare tumors.
- Epileptic seizures and psychomotor retardation can be associated with central nervous system abnormalities.
Observation:
- A 6-year-old child presented with epileptic seizures and psychomotor retardation.
- Bilateral xanthogranulomas were identified originating from the choroid plexus in both lateral ventricles.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of both choroid plexus xanthogranulomas was successful.
- No new neurological deficits were observed post-surgery.
- Slight dilation of the posterior lateral ventricles was noted.
Implications:
- This case highlights the surgical resectability of choroid plexus xanthogranulomas.
- Further research is needed to clarify the correlation between xanthogranuloma location and specific clinical symptoms.
- Understanding the pathogenesis of these rare tumors is crucial for pediatric neuro-oncology.
Abstract:
Bilateral xanthogranulomas arising from both choroid plexues were found in a 6-year-old child with epileptic seizures and psychomotor retardation. Both masses were surgically removed without adding any neurological deficits. The xanthogranulomas were fairly large, and the posterior part of both lateral ventricles were slightly dilated, but clinical symptoms and the location of the xanthogranulomas could not be clearly correlated in this case.