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[Tuberous sclerosis: neuropsychological implications]

C Di Rocco1, A Iannelli, E Marchese

  • 1Istituto di Neurochirurgia, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Roma.

Minerva Pediatrica
|April 1, 1995
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Neurosurgical treatment for tuberous sclerosis, particularly tumor excision, effectively manages hydrocephalus. While CSF shunts can help, tumor removal offers a more definitive solution for this neurological disorder.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder that can cause tumors to grow in various organs, including the brain.
  • Neurosurgical intervention in tuberous sclerosis remains debated, typically reserved for obstructive hydrocephalus.
  • Epileptic seizures in tuberous sclerosis are challenging due to widespread brain lesions.

Observation:

  • Nine children with tuberous sclerosis and intracranial pressure underwent surgery between 1982-1992.
  • All patients had tumors near the foramen of Monro causing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) circulation obstruction.
  • Surgical options included CSF shunts and/or giant cell astrocytoma removal.

Findings:

  • Tumor excision provided the most satisfactory outcome, resolving hydrocephalus and enabling histological diagnosis.

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  • CSF shunts can alleviate symptoms but are prone to malfunction due to high protein concentration and catheter obstruction.
  • Shunt insertion carries risks, including bleeding from punctured tumors and chronic trauma to tumor surfaces.

    • Implications:

    • Surgical tumor removal is a preferred treatment for hydrocephalus in tuberous sclerosis.
    • Careful consideration of risks and benefits is crucial when choosing neurosurgical interventions for tuberous sclerosis.
    • Further research may refine surgical strategies for managing neurological complications in tuberous sclerosis.