Excision of a brain-stem epidermoid cyst. Case report.
An intra-axial epidermoid cyst of the brain stem is presented. X-ray studies revealed a mass within the brain stem; computerized tomography showed the mass to be cystic. The epidermoid cyst was successfully removed surgically. Six months after operation the patient is stable with sixth and seventh nerve palsies but resolution of right spastic hemiparesis.
D001932:Brain Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D001933:Brain Stem / Q000601:surgery*; D004814:Epidermal Cyst / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography