ISSN:
1432-1920
Keywords:
Key words Meningioangioma-tosis
;
Magnetic resonance imaging
;
Malignant meningioma
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Meningioangiomatosis (MA) is a rare benign intracranial tumour of uncertain pathogenesis, with only 33 cases reported in the literature. Imaging features have been described in 21 cases, only 3 with contrast-enhanced MRI. We present two cases of MA with MRI and/or CT findings and gross, ultrastructural, and immunohistochemical characteristics. MRI is particularly helpful for establishing the origin of the lesion and its anatomical location, while CT shows calcification, if present. The pathological characteristics establish the diagnosis and underline the differences from other entities such as malignant meningioma, one of the most important differential diagnostic considerations.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00588625
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