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Intracavitary Radiation Therapy for Recurrent Cystic Brain Tumors with Holmium-166-Chico : A Pilot Study

  • Ha, Eun Jin;Gwak, Ho-Shin;Rhee, Chang Hun;Youn, Sang Min;Choi, Chang-Woon;Cheon, Gi Jeong
    • Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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    • 제54권3호
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    • pp.175-182
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    • 2013
  • Objective : Intracavitary injection of beta-emitting radiation source for control of cystic tumors has been tried with a benefit of localized internal radiation. The authors treated cystic brain tumor patients with Holmium-166-chitosan complex (Ho-166-chico), composed of a beta-emitting radionuclide Holmium-166 and biodegradable chit polymer, and evaluated the safety and effective measurement for response. Methods : Twenty-two patients with recurrent cystic brain tumor and/or located in a deep or eloquent area were enrolled in this pilot study. The cyst volume and wall thickness were determined on CT or MRI to assess radiological response. The activity of Ho-166-chico injected via Ommaya reservoir was prescribed to be 10-25 Gy to the cyst wall in a depth of 4 mm. Results : There was neither complications related to systemic absorption nor leakage of Ho-166-chico in all 22 patients. But, two cases of oculomotor paresis were observed in patients with recurrent craniopharyngioma. Radiological response was seen in 14 of 20 available follow-up images (70%). Seven patients of 'evident' radiological response experienced more than 25% decrease of both cyst volume and wall thickness. Another 7 patients with 'suggestive' response showed decrease of cyst volume without definitive change of the wall thickness or vice versa. All patients with benign tumors or low grade gliomas experienced symptomatic improvement. Conclusion : Ho-166-chico intracavitary radiation therapy for cystic tumor is a safe method of palliation without serious complications. The determination of both minimal effective dosage and time interval of repeated injection through phase 1 trial could improve the results in the future.

Skull Base Dermoid Cyst in the Right Infratemporal Fossa Diagnosed Using the Dixon Technique: a Case Report and Review of Literature

  • Kim, Seung Jin;Baek, Hye Jin;Ryu, Kyeong Hwa;Choi, Bo Hwa;Moon, Jin Il;Cho, Soo Buem;Park, Sung Eun;Bae, Kyungsoo;Jeon, Kyung Nyeo;Cho, Eun Bin;An, Hyo Jung
    • Investigative Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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    • 제21권2호
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    • pp.114-118
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    • 2017
  • Dermoid cysts are benign congenital tumors composed of keratinizing squamous epithelium and dermal derivatives. They account for less than 1% of all intracranial tumors and are rarely exhibited at the base of the skull. To the best of our knowledge, only one case report has presented computed tomography and conventional T1-weighted magnetic resonance (MR) findings that revealed an infratemporal dermoid cyst. In the present study, we report an unusual case of a dermoid cyst in the right infratemporal fossa, which was incidentally detected by MR imaging with the Dixon technique. This article also highlights the importance of meticulous radiological review and the usefulness of the Dixon technique in everyday clinical practice.

Dermoid cysts: Epidemiology and diagnostic approach based on clinical experiences

  • Choi, June Seok;Bae, Yong Chan;Lee, Jae Woo;Kang, Gyu Bin
    • Archives of Plastic Surgery
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    • 제45권6호
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    • pp.512-516
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    • 2018
  • Background Dermoid cysts are congenital tumors that are benign. Dermoid cysts with intracranial extension can cause serious neurological complications. It is important, therefore, to determine whether a patient has a dermoid cyst when their chief concern at a doctor's visit is a mass in the head or neck area. In this study, we present a literature review of dermoid cysts and an analysis of the authors' experiences, with the goal of providing guidance useful for the diagnosis and treatment of dermoid cysts. Methods This study retrospectively analyzed the medical records of 62 patients who visited the two medical clinics with which the authors are affiliated. The patients were enrolled between October 2003 and January 2017. Results Of the 62 patients analyzed in this study, 32 were 0 to 5 years of age (52%) and 23 were 17 years of age or older (37%). Forty-seven patients underwent 1 or more imaging study during the process of diagnosis. Thirty-two patients were suspected to have a dermoid cyst. Forty-nine patients were analyzed to determine the depth of the cyst. Bone was seen in 43 patients through imaging tests or during actual surgery, and nine of the 43 had bony problems (21%). Conclusions This study found that dermoid cysts were present in many adults, and that a high rate of deep lesions was observed, as well as many cases in which even the bone was affected. These results suggest, therefore, that dermoid cysts should be considered, and medical professionals should actively conduct imaging studies.

확산강조영상과 현상확산계수(ADC) 영상을 통한 고환 표피 낭종의 진단: 증례 보고 (Testicular Epidermoid Cyst on Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging and ADC Map : A Case Report)

  • 김미선;김경아;장선희
    • Investigative Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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    • 제15권2호
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    • pp.154-159
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    • 2011
  • 고환 표피 낭종은 드문 양성 종양으로, 모든 고환 종양의 1-2%를 차지한다. 양성 질환으로 고환의 보존이 가능하므로 수술 전에 정확한 진단이 가능하다면 불필요한 고환 절제술을 피할 수 있다. 저자는 오른쪽 음낭의 무통성 종괴로 내원한 18세 남자의 고환 표피 낭종 한 례를 경험하여 보고하고자 한다. 종괴는 초음파상 양파환 징후를 보였고 컴퓨터 단층 촬영에서는 종괴 내부에 곡선의 석회화가 관찰되었다. 자기공명영상 T2 강조영상에서 종괴는 내부에 교차하는 저 신호의 환을 동반하는 고신호 강도로 보였다. 확산강조 영상에서 이 종괴는 고신호 강도를 보이고 현상확산계수(ADC) 영상에서는 낮은 값을 보였으며 이와 같은 소견은 두개내 표피 낭종에서 보고된 바와 동일한 것이다. 기존의 자기공명영상에 확산강조 영상과 현상확산계수 영상을 추가로 시행한다면 고환 표피 낭종의 진단에 도움이 될 것으로 기대된다.

Long-Term Follow-Up Clinical Courses of Cerebellar Hemangioblastoma in von Hippel-Lindau Disease : Two Case Reports and a Literature Review

  • Lee, Seung-Hwan;Park, Bong-Jin;Kim, Tae-Sung;Um, Young-Jin
    • Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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    • 제48권3호
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    • pp.263-267
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    • 2010
  • Although cerebellar hemangioblastomas are histopathologically benign, they yield a degree of malignant clinical behavior in long-term follow-up. We present two cases of long-term progression of renal cell carcinoma, which had been diagnosed as renal cysts during treatment for cerebellar hemangioblastoma. A 14-year-old male with von Hippel-Lindau disease was admitted for a cerebellar hemangioblastoma with multiple spinal hemangioblastomas and a renal cyst. After primary total resection of the cerebellar hemangioblastoma, the patient required two further surgeries after 111 and 209 months for a recurrent cerebellar hemangioblastoma. Furthermore, he underwent radical nephrectomy as his renal cyst had progressed to renal cell carcinoma 209 months after initial diagnosis. A 26-year-old male presented with multiple cerebellar hemangioblastomas associated with von Hippel-Lindau disease and accompanied by multiple spinal hemangioblastomas and multiple cystic lesions in the liver, kidney, and pancreas. He underwent primary resect'lon of the cerebellar hemangioblastoma in association with craniospinal radiation for multiple intracranial/spinal masses. Unexpectedly, a malignant glioma developed 83 months after discovery of the cerebellar hemangioblastoma. At the same time, renal cell carcinoma, which had developed from an initial renal cyst, was diagnosed, and a radical nephrectomy was performed. In the view of long term clinical course, cerebellar hemangioblastoma associated with von Hipple-Lindau disease may redevelop even after primary total resection. In addition, associated lesions such as renal cysts may also progress to malignancy after the passing of a sufficient length of time.

Nontraumatic Intracystic Hemorrhage of Arachnoid Cyst: CT and MR Findings

  • Kim, Seung Jin;Baek, Hye Jin;Moon, Jin Il;Cho, Soo Buem;Choi, Bo Hwa;Bae, Kyungsoo;Jeon, Kyung Nyeo;Choi, Dae Seob
    • Investigative Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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    • 제20권2호
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    • pp.120-122
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    • 2016
  • Arachnoid cysts (AC) are intraarachnoidal cerebrospinal fluid collections, and account for 1% of all intracranial space-occupying lesions. Intracystic hemorrhage of the AC can occur spontaneously, but this is an extremely rare event. Herein, we present a case of hemorrhagic AC in a nontraumatic patient in the left middle cranial fossa. We also performed relevant literature review on this disease.

반복적인 두개내 감염에서 유리 대망피판을 이용한 경질막 재건 (Dural Reconstruction in Refractory Cranial Infection using Omental Free Flap)

  • 유지한;은석찬;한정호;백롱민
    • Archives of Plastic Surgery
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    • 제36권5호
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    • pp.670-673
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    • 2009
  • Purpose: Epidural abscesses and subdural empyemas after craniotomy are uncommon, potentially lethal, complications of neurosurgery. Patients with these complications may be difficult to manage and dural reconstruction in these patients are challenging. Methods: A 28 - year - old female patient showed recurrent intracranial infection after craniotomy for evacuation of a arachnoid cyst and subdural hematoma. Despite prolonged systemic antibiotic administration and a debridement of the subdural space, infection persisted, as evidenced by persistent fever, an elevated WBC count, CSF leakage, low CSF glucose level, and purulent wound discharge. The authors removed the previously applied lyophilized dura and transferred free omental flap to reconstruct the dura, obliterate the cyst and cover the cerebral hemisphere in the craniotomy defect. Microvascular anastomosis was between gastroepiploic and superficial temporal vessels. Results: The postoperative course was uneventful and flap survival was excellent. The infection - resistant omental tissue allowed sufficient blood circulation and dead space control. The patient was discharged 1 month after surgery and wound discharge or recurrence was absent during 13 months of follow up periods. Conclusion: The use of vascularized free omentum proved useful in cases of intractable cranial wound infection and cerebrospinal fluid leakages.

An Imported Case of Disseminated Echinococcosis in Korea

  • Shin, Dong Hoon;Jo, Hae Chan;Kim, Jeong-Han;Jun, Kang Il;Park, Wan Beom;Kim, Nam-Joong;Choi, Min-Ho;Kang, Chang Kyung;Oh, Myoung-don
    • Parasites, Hosts and Diseases
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    • 제57권4호
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    • pp.429-434
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    • 2019
  • A complicated case of echinococcosis with multiple organ involvement is reported in a 53-year-old businessman who frequently traveled overseas, including China, Russia, and Kazakhstan from 2001 to 2007. The patient was first diagnosed with a large liver cyst during a screening abdomen ultrasonography in 2011, but he did not follow up on the lesion afterwards. Six years later, dizziness, dysarthria, and cough developed, and cystic lesions were found in the brain, liver and lungs. The clinical course was complicated when the patient went through multiple surgeries and inadequate treatment with a short duration of albendazole without a definite diagnosis. The patient visited our hospital for the first time in August 2018 due to worsening symptoms; he was finally diagnosed with echinococcosis using imaging and serologic criteria. He is now on prolonged albendazole treatment (400 mg twice a day) with gradual clinical and radiological improvement. A high index of suspicion is warranted to early diagnose echinococcosis in a patient with a travel history to endemic areas of echinococcosis.

다양한 두개강내 질환의 확산강조 자기공명영상 : 임상적 유용성 (Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging of Various Intracranial Diseases : Clinical Utility)

  • 김영준
    • Investigative Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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    • 제2권1호
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    • pp.104-112
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    • 1998
  • 목적 : 다양한 두개강내 질환을 가진 환자들을 대상으로 확산강조영상을 시행하여 병변의 신호강도를 분석함으로써 확산강조영상의 임상적 유용성을 알아보고자 하였다. 대상 및 방법 : 전향적으로 무작위 추출하여 확산강조영상을 시행한 70명의 환자(급성 뇌경색 20명, 만성 뇌경색 또는 소혈관 질환 21명, 두개강내 원발성 종양 14명, 뇌전이 3명, 뇌종양 5명, 뇌혈종 5명, 퇴행중의 유구낭미충 1명, 유피낭종 1명)를 대상으로 하였다. 확산강조영상은 1.5T 장치를 사용하여, single shot spin echo EPI 기법을 사용하여, 6500ms TR, 107ms TE, $128{\times}128$ matrix, 1 number of excitation, $24{\times}24{\;}cm$ field of view, 5-7mm slice thickness, 2-3 mm inter-slice gap으로, x, y, z 세방향으로 확산경사자기($b=1000s{\;}/{\;}textrm{mm}^2$)를 가하여 얻었다. 병변의 신호강도의 평가는 정성적인 분석에서는 병변의 신호강도를 임의의 5단계로 구분하여 분석하였고, 정량적 분석에서는 ROI(region of interest)를 이요하여 병변의 신호강도를 측정하여, 반대쪽 정상 뇌실질에서 얻은 신호강도와의 상대적 신호강도비를 구하였다. 결과 : 정성적 분석에서 매우 높은 신호강도를 보인 병변은 모든 예의 급성 뇌경색, 뇌농양, 유피낭종, 그리고 퇴행성 유구낭미충의 낭성 병변이었다. 뇌혈종은 모든 예에서 병변내에 매우 높은 신호강도와 낮은 신호강도가 혼재되어 있었다. 1명의 종양환자에서는 고형성 부분에 국소적인 매우 높은 신호강도가 보였다. 이들 병변 각각의 뇌실질에 대한 평균 신호 강도비는 모두 2.5 이상이엇다. 정성적 분석에서 죄실질과 같은 정도의 신호강도를 보인 경우는 실경교증(71%), 뇌종양의 고형성 부분(64%), 뇌전이 (100%), 혈관성 부종(67%)이었으며, 이들 병변의 뇌실질에 대한 평균 신호강도비는 1.15에서 1.28로 서로간에 의미있는 차이는 없었다.(p>0.1). 매우 낮거나 약간 낮은 신호강도를 보인 경우는 낭성 뇌연화증과 종양내 괴사로서, 평균 신호강도비는 각각 0.45와 0.42였다. 결론 : 급성 뇌경색, 뇌농양, 유피낭종, 퇴행중의 유구낭미충은 확산강조영상에서 매우 높은 신호강도를 보여, 다른 실환과의 감별 진단에 유용할 것으로 생각되며, 특히 뇌농양과 괴사나 낭성 부분을 포함한 뇌종양과의 감별에 많은 도움이 될 것으로 기대된다.

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