Case report: Giant meningioma of the left hemisphere
2024
Case Report of a Giant Meningioma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Cui Junxiang, Sun Hu, Sun Shuo, Zhao Hao, Gu Yinghao
Primary Institution: Zibo Central Hospital
Conclusion
The giant meningioma was successfully resected using advanced surgical techniques, leading to significant recovery in the patient's muscle strength.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor grew to a diameter of 13 cm within 3 years.
- Complete resection of the tumor was achieved.
- The patient's muscle strength improved significantly postoperatively.
Takeaway
A woman had a really big brain tumor that grew quickly, but doctors used special techniques to remove it, and she got better afterward.
Methodology
The tumor was resected using microscopy and sodium fluorescein for visualization during surgery.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the unique nature of the case and lack of comparative data.
Limitations
The case is a single report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
77-year-old female patient.
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