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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Recurrent Craniopharyngioma

History:-

14 yr old boy, Pitiutary Dwarf follow-up operated for Craniopharyngioma in 2001, 2008, 2009 now presented with

  • Headache
  • Decreased vision

On Minirin puff, Wyselone and Eltroxin

Examination : -

  • B/L Primary Optic Atrophy
  • B/L Visual acuity-6/9
  • Bitemporal Hemianopia

Investigations :-




Treatment :

  • Right Frnto-temporal Trephine Craniotomy with tumor decompression done under GA

Post-Operative Period :-

  • Uneventful

Post Operative Scan :-