An intracranial yolk sac tumor with initial symptom of hemorrhage in the basal ganglia: a case report
2024

Case Report of an Intracranial Yolk Sac Tumor

Sample size: 1 publication Evidence: low

Author Information

Author(s): Liu Qiang, Du Xuecui, Wang Yunyan, Hou Ruihua, Chen Yuqing, Chen Teng

Primary Institution: Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, JiNan, China

Conclusion

The patient with an intracranial yolk sac tumor showed stable condition six months post-treatment with no recurrence.

Supporting Evidence

  • The patient initially presented with symptoms misdiagnosed as a cavernous hemangioma.
  • Comprehensive evaluation confirmed the diagnosis of a yolk sac tumor.
  • Six months post-treatment, the patient's condition remains stable with no recurrence.

Takeaway

A 22-year-old man had a rare brain tumor that caused bleeding in his brain. After surgery and treatment, he is doing better and hasn't had any more problems.

Methodology

The patient underwent MRI, CT scans, surgical resection, and follow-up treatment including radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

Limitations

The rarity of yolk sac tumors makes it difficult to establish characteristic clinical imaging features.

Participant Demographics

22-year-old male with a history of smoking and drinking.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3389/fonc.2024.1402819

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