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Two cases of primary choroid plexus papilloma originating in the cerebellopontine angle (CPA) are reported. Both papillomas were encapsulated and strongly adhering to a choroid plexus tuft protruding from the foramen of Luschka. Successful removal of the tumour was achieved in each case. Surgical strategy, neuroradiological manifestations, and the differential diagnosis are discussed.
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Furuya, K., Sasaki, T., Saito, N. et al. Primary large choroid plexus papillomas in the cerebellopontine angle: Radiological manifestations and surgical management. Acta neurochir 135, 144–149 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02187759
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