Recurrent posterior fossa intracranial capillary hemangioma in a pregnant woman: A case report and review of literature.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Intracranial capillary hemangioma (ICH) is a rare tumor with a slightly higher incidence in women. Surgical management of ICH during pregnancy requires a joint decision, for it has been a contentious issue owing to the inadequate number of cases.

Presentation of case

A 23-year-old female with an ICH in the posterior fossa underwent subtotal tumor resection (STR). One year later, she was referred to the neurosurgery department in the 8th week of pregnancy due to a progressive headache, vomit, and a bulging occipital mass. Subsequent to an abortion, preoperative angiography and Bleomycin injection were performed, and the tumor was totally resected thereafter. Over a one-year follow-up, her symptoms faded, and she experienced no recurrence.

Discussion

ICH, a

SUBMITTER: Abouei Mehrizi MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9793240 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature