Chordoid glioma: ten years of a low-grade tumor with high morbidity.
We report two new cases of chordoid glioma of the third ventricle and review all previously published cases of this rare tumor with regard to presentation, optimum management, and outcome. Two new cases are reported with the radiological and histopathologic findings. We searched and cross-referenced PubMed and published reports of this tumor to retrieve an additional 51 cases of this tumor, which were then analyzed according to a proforma. Chordoid glioma has consistent radiological features, although some atypical elements including a cystic component are well described. The insidious presentation and morbidity of attempted surgical resection combine to give high overall morbidity. There is a high incidence of postoperative thromboembolic disturbance. Adjuvant radiosurgery has a promising role. The morbidity of this condition is likely to remain high but may be minimized by a less aggressive surgical approach together with surveillance and early use of radiosurgery.
Desouza
Ruth-Mary
RM
Department of Neurosurgery, King's College Hospital, London, United Kingdom.
Bodi
Istvan
I
Thomas
Nick
N
Marsh
Henry
H
Crocker
Matthew
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