Giant cerebral cavernous malformation in a newborn: a rare case report and review of literature.
Childs Nerv Syst
; 40(7): 2215-2221, 2024 Jul.
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| ID: mdl-38607549
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Cavernous malformations (CMs), also known as cavernomas or cavernous angiomas, are vascular malformations characterized by sinusoidal spaces lined by endothelial cells. Giant CMs (GCMs) are extremely rare, with limited understanding of their presentation and management. We present a case of symptomatic GCM in a newborn and review the literature on this rare entity. CASE DESCRIPTION A 1-month-old newborn presented with focal seizures and signs of increased intracranial pressure. Imaging revealed a massive right frontal-parietal GCM, prompting surgical resection. Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of cerebral cavernous malformation. The patient recovered well postoperatively with no neurological deficits.CONCLUSIONS:
GCMs are exceedingly rare in children and have not been reported in newborns until now. Symptoms typically include seizures and mass effects. Gross total resection is the standard treatment, offering favorable outcomes. Further research is needed to understand the natural history and optimal management of GCMs, particularly in newborns, emphasizing the importance of heightened clinical awareness for timely diagnosis and appropriate management.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Hemangioma, Cavernous, Central Nervous System
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Childs Nerv Syst
Journal subject:
NEUROLOGIA
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PEDIATRIA
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Ecuador