J Korean Neurosurg Soc.  2003 Dec;34(6):586-588.

Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma with a Large Third Ventricular Hematoma

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  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, College of Medicine, Yeungnam University, Daegu, Korea. shkim@med.yu.ac.kr

Abstract

Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma(SEGA) is the most common intracranial tumor in patients with tuberous sclerosis(TS) and relatively benign tumor that arises in the subependymal layer of the lateral ventricle. It may occur independently, or in association, with TS and usually is found in adolescents and young adults. However, it is extremely rare that SEGA has caused intratumoral and intraventricular hemorrhage. We are reporting a case with a large third ventricular hematoma well encapsulated with fibrous tissue, originating in SEGA around foramen Monro of the lateral ventricle.

Keyword

Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma; Intratumoral hemorrhage; Third ventricular hematoma

MeSH Terms

Adolescent
Astrocytoma*
Giant Cells
Hematoma*
Hemorrhage
Humans
Lateral Ventricles
Young Adult
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