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Meningioma presenting as recurrent transient cerebral ischemia and intracranial hemorrhage
Surgical Neurology
|February 1, 1982
Abstract:
Intracranial tumors are sometimes known to appear first as apoplexy. This report describes a patient with a meningioma of the falx who experienced acute onset of symptoms due to intracerebral and subarachnoid hemorrhage and following a history of transient ischemic attacks on exertion. The tumor was an angioblastic-meningioma. The probably source of bleeding and the mechanism of transient ischemic episodes provoked by exertion are discussed.
Insights
Intracranial tumors, like meningiomas, can present as apoplexy. This case highlights a falx meningioma causing hemorrhage and transient ischemic attacks, emphasizing the need for thorough diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Intracranial tumors can manifest with acute neurological symptoms.
- Apoplexy is a recognized, albeit uncommon, presentation of brain tumors.
- Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) may precede or accompany tumor-related events.
Observation:
- A patient presented with acute intracerebral and subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- The hemorrhage was attributed to a meningioma of the falx.
- The patient had a history of exertional transient ischemic attacks.
Findings:
- The diagnosed tumor was an angioblastic meningioma.
- The report discusses the likely source of the hemorrhage.
- Mechanisms linking exertion-induced TIAs to the tumor are explored.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering intracranial tumors in patients presenting with apoplexy.
- Suggests a potential link between meningiomas and exertional neurological deficits.
- Underscores the need for comprehensive evaluation in cases of unexplained hemorrhage or TIAs.