Successful resection of a huge brainstem enterogenous cyst: case report and literature review
2024
Successful Surgery for a Rare Brainstem Cyst
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Huang Boyuan, Miao Yanming, Jia Weifeng, Wang Mengyang, Ren Cong, Zeng Wei, Shui Liangning, Zong Miao
Primary Institution: Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Electric Power Hospital, Beijing, China
Conclusion
The complete surgical resection of a rare brainstem enterogenous cyst was successful, with no recurrence observed during a 6-month follow-up.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced no recurrence during the 6-month follow-up.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of an enterogenous cyst.
- Only seven similar cases have been reported in pediatric patients.
Takeaway
A 17-year-old boy had a rare cyst in his brainstem, and doctors were able to remove it completely, helping him feel better without it coming back.
Methodology
The patient underwent a far lateral craniotomy for complete surgical resection of the cyst.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 17-year-old male.
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