Rupture of brainstem cyst with clinical benefit after head injury. Case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The authors report an interesting case of the rupture of a brainstem cyst following blunt head trauma. They discuss the case, review reports of similar events, and suggest a possible mechanism by which the cyst could have resolved without surgery.
Medical subject headings
- Astrocytoma
- Brain Stem Neoplasms
- Central Nervous System Cysts
- Head Injuries, Closed
- Neoplasm Recurrence, Local
- Postoperative Complications