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Intracranial calcification in children on computed tomography
E Erdem1, M Ağildere, M Eryilmaz
1Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara.
The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics
|April 1, 1994
Summary
Pathological intracranial calcifications in children are often caused by tuberous sclerosis and brain tumors. This review analyzes various causes of these calcifications found on CT scans.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Neuroradiology
- Child Neurology
Background:
- Intracranial calcifications in children can be indicative of various underlying pathologies.
- Computed tomography (CT) is a key imaging modality for detecting and characterizing intracranial calcifications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and analyze the causes and patterns of pathological intracranial calcifications in a pediatric cohort.
- To correlate imaging findings with clinical diagnoses.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of CT scans from 83 children over a six-year period.
- Identification and categorization of intracranial calcifications.
- Correlation of calcification patterns with etiological diagnoses.
Main Results:
- Tuberous sclerosis and intracranial tumors were the most frequent causes of pathological intracranial calcifications.
- Other identified causes included Sturge-Weber syndrome, neurofibromatosis, and various metabolic, vascular, and infectious conditions.
- Idiopathic calcifications were found in 2% of cases.
Conclusions:
- Intracranial calcifications in children have a diverse range of causes, with specific patterns potentially aiding diagnosis.
- CT imaging plays a crucial role in identifying and characterizing these calcifications, guiding further investigation and management.