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Papillary meningioma--a clinicopathological study of six cases
V V Radhakrishnan1, A Saraswathy, D Rout
1Department of Pathology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology, Kerala, India.
Abstract:
Papillary meningioma is a rare but a well recognised histological variant of meningioma. Only 52 cases are reported in literature till 1991. This report highlights the clinical and histopathological features of papillary meningioma in six patients. Significance of making an accurate histopathological diagnosis and its relevance in the management of patients with papillary meningioma is emphasised.
Insights
Papillary meningioma, a rare tumor variant, presents unique clinical and histopathological features. Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neuropathology
Background:
- Papillary meningioma is a rare histological variant of meningioma.
- Literature reported only 52 cases by 1991, indicating its rarity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the clinical and histopathological features of papillary meningioma.
- To emphasize the significance of accurate histopathological diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Case study of six patients with papillary meningioma.
- Clinical data review.
- Histopathological analysis.
Main Results:
- Detailed presentation of clinical and histopathological findings in six cases.
- Demonstration of characteristic features of papillary meningioma.
Conclusions:
- Accurate histopathological diagnosis is essential for papillary meningioma.
- Diagnosis impacts patient management strategies.