Cystic cerebral cavernous angioma with dense calcification. Case report

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Neuroradiology

Background:

• Cavernous angiomas are vascular malformations that can occur in the brain.
• These lesions can present with varied imaging characteristics, posing diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

• A case of a large cavernous angioma in the right temporoparieto-occipital region is presented.
• The lesion exhibited extensive calcification and cystic formation, complicating preoperative diagnosis.

Findings:

• Preoperative diagnostic difficulties were encountered due to the unusual size and features of the cavernous angioma.
• The patient underwent successful subtotal excision of the tumor.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of considering cavernous angiomas in the differential diagnosis of brain lesions with complex imaging findings.
• Effective surgical management, even in challenging cases, can lead to favorable outcomes.