Abstract
Multiple sclerosis (MS) may sometimes present as a mass lesion that is clinically and radiologically indistinguishable from brain tumor. The initial recognition of such cases is essential to avoid a surgical intervention and supplementary treatment. Sometimes areas adjacent to a tumor may present similar histopathological features with non-neoplastic demyelinating lesions. Thus, the proper preparation of the specimen is the key for correct pathological diagnosis. We report a case of MS with large cranial involvement showing a mass effect. The operative procedure associated with medical treatment was performed, and a good result was obtained. Our case presentation and others in the literature suggest strategies for detecting MS presenting as a mass lesion.
Article Type
Case Report
First Page
158
Last Page
159
Recommended Citation
Armagan, Ercan; Kahilogullari, Gokmen; Ugur, Hasan C.; Heper, Aylin O.; and Attar, Ayhan
(2007)
"MR imaging of multiple sclerosis simulating brain tumor,"
Neurosciences: Vol. 12:
Iss.
2, Article 15.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17712/1658-3183.1495