Background: A number of meningeal neoplastic lesions may radiologically and clinically simulate meningioma, include hemangiopericytomas, solitary fibrous tumors, schwannomas, hematolymphoid lesions, metastases, and ot...Background: A number of meningeal neoplastic lesions may radiologically and clinically simulate meningioma, include hemangiopericytomas, solitary fibrous tumors, schwannomas, hematolymphoid lesions, metastases, and others very rarely, also may clinically mimic meningiomas. Case Description: We present the case of A 28-year-old male patient, with no notable medical history, who presented with worsening headaches for 3 months, imbalance, and visual deficits, An initial MRI revealed extra-axial lesion involving the right Parieto-occipital, The tumor was hypointense on T1-weighted MR images, hyperintense signals on T2-weightedMR images, and heterogeneously enhanced suggestive of a meningioma, total resection was achieved, and the histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of an angioblastic meningioma. However, 15 months later, the patient presented with the same initial visual complaints. A subsequent MRI showed lesion recurrence, leading to a second surgical intervention. The histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of an anaplastic xanthoastrocytoma. Conclusion: This represents an unusual location for an anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma, which should broaden the differential diagnosis of extra-axial lesions.展开更多
Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) generally occurs in children and young adults and is classified as a low-grade astrocytic tumor with a potential favorable prognosis. But these data must be interpreted with much ca...Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) generally occurs in children and young adults and is classified as a low-grade astrocytic tumor with a potential favorable prognosis. But these data must be interpreted with much caution, because of some rapid progression or malignant transformation during the postoperative follow-up. We report herein a rare case of a cerebellar PXA manifested as a benign lesion at first time in a 39 year-old woman, but with malignant transformation two years later. In this paper, we discuss the clinical signs, radiological findings and the therapeutic data on the subject according to literature review.展开更多
Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually a low grade astrocytic tumor. However, some cases show significant mitotic activity (5 or more mitosis per 10 High Power Field) and/or necrosis. These tumors are describe...Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually a low grade astrocytic tumor. However, some cases show significant mitotic activity (5 or more mitosis per 10 High Power Field) and/or necrosis. These tumors are described as pleomorphic xanthoastrocytomas with anaplastic features and display increased risk of recurrence. We aimed to evaluate histopathological, immunohistochemical and molecular features of PXAs with anaplastic features, by reporting three primary cases displaying recurrence. Histopathologically we observed rhabdoid-like monomorphic atypical tumoral cells with increased mitotic activity, vascular endothelial proliferation and necrosis. Immunohistochemically, astrocytic and neuronal components displayed different specific staining properties. In 2 cases p53 was immunopositive. We detected BRAF V600E mutation in 2 cases and p16 mutation in one case, by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) method. Anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (APXA) is a rare tumor. We have presented 3 primary APXA cases displaying all characteristic histopathological features. Two of these cases were immunopositive for p53. Therefore, we think that this marker may not be so useful in differentiating APXA from glioblastoma (GBM). Two of our three cases display BRAF V600E mutation, which is compatible with the literature.展开更多
Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma （PXA） is a rare benign tumor that is usually located in the superficial cerebral hemisphere.Most reports of PXAs have included only a single case or small series.Therefore,the data with...Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma （PXA） is a rare benign tumor that is usually located in the superficial cerebral hemisphere.Most reports of PXAs have included only a single case or small series.Therefore,the data with respect to the natural history of this tumor are fragmentary.We report a case of a PXA in the unusual location of the right lateral ventricle with extensive subarachnoid dissemination.To our knowledge,this is a rare case of PXA in the lateral ventricle.In addition,extensive subarachnoid space dissemination of this distinctly benign type of glioma is exceedingly rare.In our case,there was meningeal dissemination and metastases to the bilateral trigeminal nerves and oculomotor nerves.The neuroradiographic features,tumor location,and dissemination were reviewed.展开更多
Background:Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually considered a relatively benign and localized entity. However, cases of PXA with anaplastic features have been reported in recent years. Anaplastic pleomorphic ...Background:Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually considered a relatively benign and localized entity. However, cases of PXA with anaplastic features have been reported in recent years. Anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma has been added to the 2016 WHO classification of CNS tumors as a distinct entity. Case presentation:We describe a rare case of PXA with dissemination, both at the time of diagnosis and after treatment. The 20-year-old male presented with signs of high intracranial pressure and sudden-onset transient seizures. Imaging examinations showed diffuse lesions widely distributed in the left hemisphere, and on histopathological examination, he was diagnosed with anaplastic PXA. The patient underwent surgical treatment and adjuvant concurrent chemoradiation. Follow-up MRI revealed early recurrence and distant spread of the tumor. Conclusions:Anaplastic PXA usually has unique characteristics, including dissemination, early recurrence, and chemoresistance. A strategy based on early diagnosis and aggressive treatment is warranted. However, sufficiently powered studies are required to generate evidence-based guidelines.展开更多
文摘Background: A number of meningeal neoplastic lesions may radiologically and clinically simulate meningioma, include hemangiopericytomas, solitary fibrous tumors, schwannomas, hematolymphoid lesions, metastases, and others very rarely, also may clinically mimic meningiomas. Case Description: We present the case of A 28-year-old male patient, with no notable medical history, who presented with worsening headaches for 3 months, imbalance, and visual deficits, An initial MRI revealed extra-axial lesion involving the right Parieto-occipital, The tumor was hypointense on T1-weighted MR images, hyperintense signals on T2-weightedMR images, and heterogeneously enhanced suggestive of a meningioma, total resection was achieved, and the histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of an angioblastic meningioma. However, 15 months later, the patient presented with the same initial visual complaints. A subsequent MRI showed lesion recurrence, leading to a second surgical intervention. The histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of an anaplastic xanthoastrocytoma. Conclusion: This represents an unusual location for an anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma, which should broaden the differential diagnosis of extra-axial lesions.
文摘Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) generally occurs in children and young adults and is classified as a low-grade astrocytic tumor with a potential favorable prognosis. But these data must be interpreted with much caution, because of some rapid progression or malignant transformation during the postoperative follow-up. We report herein a rare case of a cerebellar PXA manifested as a benign lesion at first time in a 39 year-old woman, but with malignant transformation two years later. In this paper, we discuss the clinical signs, radiological findings and the therapeutic data on the subject according to literature review.
文摘Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually a low grade astrocytic tumor. However, some cases show significant mitotic activity (5 or more mitosis per 10 High Power Field) and/or necrosis. These tumors are described as pleomorphic xanthoastrocytomas with anaplastic features and display increased risk of recurrence. We aimed to evaluate histopathological, immunohistochemical and molecular features of PXAs with anaplastic features, by reporting three primary cases displaying recurrence. Histopathologically we observed rhabdoid-like monomorphic atypical tumoral cells with increased mitotic activity, vascular endothelial proliferation and necrosis. Immunohistochemically, astrocytic and neuronal components displayed different specific staining properties. In 2 cases p53 was immunopositive. We detected BRAF V600E mutation in 2 cases and p16 mutation in one case, by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) method. Anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (APXA) is a rare tumor. We have presented 3 primary APXA cases displaying all characteristic histopathological features. Two of these cases were immunopositive for p53. Therefore, we think that this marker may not be so useful in differentiating APXA from glioblastoma (GBM). Two of our three cases display BRAF V600E mutation, which is compatible with the literature.
文摘Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma （PXA） is a rare benign tumor that is usually located in the superficial cerebral hemisphere.Most reports of PXAs have included only a single case or small series.Therefore,the data with respect to the natural history of this tumor are fragmentary.We report a case of a PXA in the unusual location of the right lateral ventricle with extensive subarachnoid dissemination.To our knowledge,this is a rare case of PXA in the lateral ventricle.In addition,extensive subarachnoid space dissemination of this distinctly benign type of glioma is exceedingly rare.In our case,there was meningeal dissemination and metastases to the bilateral trigeminal nerves and oculomotor nerves.The neuroradiographic features,tumor location,and dissemination were reviewed.
基金We thank grants from the the National Natural Science Foundation of China，the Specialized Research Fund for the Doctoral Program of Higher Education (no. 20131202110006). Both of the two fundings were based on the comprehensive therapy of glioma
文摘Background:Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) is usually considered a relatively benign and localized entity. However, cases of PXA with anaplastic features have been reported in recent years. Anaplastic pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma has been added to the 2016 WHO classification of CNS tumors as a distinct entity. Case presentation:We describe a rare case of PXA with dissemination, both at the time of diagnosis and after treatment. The 20-year-old male presented with signs of high intracranial pressure and sudden-onset transient seizures. Imaging examinations showed diffuse lesions widely distributed in the left hemisphere, and on histopathological examination, he was diagnosed with anaplastic PXA. The patient underwent surgical treatment and adjuvant concurrent chemoradiation. Follow-up MRI revealed early recurrence and distant spread of the tumor. Conclusions:Anaplastic PXA usually has unique characteristics, including dissemination, early recurrence, and chemoresistance. A strategy based on early diagnosis and aggressive treatment is warranted. However, sufficiently powered studies are required to generate evidence-based guidelines.
