[Giant inflammatory pseudotumor of the cranial base]. / Pseudotumor inflamatorio gigante de la base del cráneo.
Neurocirugia (Astur)
; 27(6): 291-295, 2016.
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ABSTRACT
The inflammatory pseudotumour (IPT) is a non-neoplastic entity of unknown origin, and is characterised by a proliferation of connective tissue and a polyclonal inflammatory infiltrate. Central nervous system involvement is uncommon, and usually represents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge even for the experienced clinician. This reports deals with the case of a 56year-old woman diagnosed with a giant, infiltrating mass centred in the left cavernous sinus, who had a rapid clinical and radiological response to steroid therapy. Biopsy specimens were diagnostic for IPT. The progression of a small orbital residual lesion was detected after steroid withdrawal. Treatment with cyclophosphamide induced a complete response that remains stable after six years of follow-up.
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Colección:
01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Base del Cráneo
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Granuloma de Células Plasmáticas
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
Idioma:
Es
Revista:
Neurocirugia (Astur)
Asunto de la revista:
NEUROCIRURGIA
Año:
2016
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Article