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Intracerebral schwannoma. Case report
L Cervoni1, R Caruso, F M Gagliardi
1Department of Neurosurgery, Neurological Mediterranean Neuromed Institute, Pozzilli (IS), Italy.
Journal of Neurosurgical Sciences
|October 10, 1998
Summary
This case study presents an intraparenchymal schwannoma in a patient with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF-2). Surgical removal was successful, with the patient showing a good long-term outcome.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neuropathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Intraparenchymal schwannomas are rare primary brain tumors.
- Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF-2) is a genetic disorder predisposing individuals to tumors, including schwannomas.
Observation:
- A 61-year-old woman with NF-2 presented with right lower limb weakness.
- MRI revealed a 5 cm intraparenchymal tumor in the right parieto-occipital lobe.
Findings:
- The intraparenchymal schwannoma was completely resected via left parieto-occipital craniotomy.
- Post-operative recovery was uneventful, with the patient remaining well at 2-year follow-up.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful surgical management of intraparenchymal schwannomas, even in the context of NF-2.
- Complete resection leads to favorable long-term outcomes for patients with this rare tumor type.