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Case #25

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Demographics: 64 years old, Female
Indication: Headache

Case #25

Findings

CT

MRI

  • T1/T2/FLAIR isointense, diffusely enhancing suprasellar mass measuring 1.8 x 1.4 x 1.7 cm
  • Predominantly peripheral corresponding susceptibility artifact corresponding with calcification seen on CT
  • The mass is centered on the pituitary stalk and is seen separate from the pituitary gland
  • The mass contacts the optic tracts and posterior aspect of the optic chiasm

Diagnosis

Papillary craniopharyngioma

Differential Diagnosis

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References

  • Lee IH, Zan E, Bell WR, Burger PC, Sung H, Yousem DM. Craniopharyngiomas: radiological differentiation of two types. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2016; 59(5): 466-470.

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