Stereotactic radiosurgery for hypoglossal schwannoma.
BMJ Case Rep
; 15(4)2022 Apr 11.
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| ID: mdl-35410946
ABSTRACT
Hypoglossal schwannomas (HS) are extremely rare neoplasms. Surgical resection has historically been the treatment of choice but carries a significant risk of postoperative neurological deficits and mortality. Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a minimally invasive approach that may afford long-term tumour growth. However, literature to determine the safety and effectiveness of SRS in the treatment of HS is scarce. We report on a patient who presented with progressive headache and dysphagia as well as tongue deviation to the left, due to a space-occupying lesion, consistent on brain MRI with a left HS. Primary SRS using a prescription dose of 12 Gy in a single fraction was used to treat the tumour without complications. By last follow-up, the tumour regressed, and the patient's symptoms improved. Our case shows that radiosurgery can be safe and effective for the management of HS.
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Asunto principal:
Radiocirugia
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Neoplasias de los Nervios Craneales
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Enfermedades del Nervio Hipogloso
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Neurilemoma
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Humans
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En
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BMJ Case Rep
Año:
2022
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Article
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Estados Unidos