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Open Access 11-03-2024 | Meningioma | Review

Imaging of supratentorial intraventricular masses in children:a pictorial review— part 1

Authors: Fabrício Guimarães Gonçalves, Mario E. Mahecha-Carvajal, Aishwary Desa, Harun Yildiz, Jawabreh Kassem Talbeya, Luz Angela Moreno, Angela N. Viaene, Arastoo Vossough

Published in: Neuroradiology | Issue 5/2024

Abstract

Purpose

This article is the first in a two-part series designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the range of supratentorial intraventricular masses observed in children. Our primary objective is to discuss the diverse types of intraventricular masses that originate not only from cells within the choroid plexus but also from other sources.

Methods

In this article, we review relevant epidemiological data, the current genetics/molecular classification as outlined in the fifth edition of the World Health Organization’s Classification of tumours of the Central Nervous System and noteworthy imaging findings. We conduct an exhaustive analysis of primary choroid plexus tumours as well as other conditions such as choroid plexus hyperplasia, choroid plexus cyst, choroid plexus xanthogranuloma, atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumour, meningioma, arteriovenous malformation and metastasis.

Results

We comprehensively evaluated each supratentorial intraventricular mass, providing an in-depth analysis of their unique clinical and histological characteristics. The fifth edition of the World Health Organization Classification of Tumours of the Central Nervous System introduces major modifications. These important changes could potentially have a profound impact on the management strategies and subsequent outcomes of these tumours.

Conclusion

Intraventricular masses in children can arise from various sources. Surgical intervention is key for certain supratentorial intraventricular masses in paediatric patients, with preoperative neuroimaging essential to decide the best treatment approach, surgical or otherwise, as some cases may not require surgery.

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Title: Imaging of supratentorial intraventricular masses in children:a pictorial review— part 1
Authors: Fabrício Guimarães Gonçalves
Mario E. Mahecha-Carvajal
Aishwary Desa
Harun Yildiz
Jawabreh Kassem Talbeya
Luz Angela Moreno
Angela N. Viaene
Arastoo Vossough
Publication date: 11-03-2024
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Meningioma
Meningioma
Xanthogranuloma
Arteriovenous Malformation
Lipoma
Lipoma
Published in: Neuroradiology / Issue 5/2024
Print ISSN: 0028-3940
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1920
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00234-024-03314-1

2024 ASCO Annual Meeting

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Imaging of supratentorial intraventricular masses in children:a pictorial review— part 1

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