Supratentorial clear cell meningioma in a child: A rare tumor at unusual location
2010
Supratentorial Clear Cell Meningioma in a Child
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Ranjan Rakesh Sethuraman, Shrividya
Primary Institution: Aditya Birla Memorial Hospital, Pune, India
Conclusion
The child successfully underwent gross total surgical excision of a rare left-sided frontoparietal clear cell meningioma and remains recurrence-free at 18 months follow-up.
Supporting Evidence
- Clear cell meningioma is a rare subtype of meningioma seen mainly in pediatric patients.
- The tumor was successfully removed and the patient is free of seizures post-surgery.
- Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of clear cell meningioma WHO grade II.
Takeaway
A 15-year-old boy had a rare brain tumor that was removed completely, and he is doing well after surgery.
Methodology
The tumor was surgically excised, and histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis.
Limitations
The long-term prognosis and recurrence rates for supratentorial clear cell meningiomas are not well established.
Participant Demographics
15-year-old male child.
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