J Korean Neurosurg Soc.  2002 Nov;32(5):470-473.

Tension Pneumocephalus after Transsphenoidal Surgery for a Giant Pituitary Tumor: Case Report

• Choi KB
• Kong CB
• Kim HD

Abstract

Tension pneumocephalus is a rare complication of craniotomy, however, it should be managed promptly due to rapid neurological deterioration. We report a case of tension pneumocephalus after transsphenoidal surgery for a giant pituitary tumor. It may have developed because of the cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea and presence of an external lumbar drain.

Keyword

Tension pneumocephalus; Transsphenoidal surgery; CSF Rhinorrhea; External lumbar drain; Giant pituitary tumor

MeSH Terms

Cerebrospinal Fluid Rhinorrhea
Craniotomy
Pituitary Neoplasms*
Pneumocephalus*