55 yo lady who presented with altered mentation, dysarthria, and hallucination.
On examination she had no focal neurological deficit and was completely alert and oriented.
Imaging
MRI scan of patient’s brain showed a right occipital brain tumor.
Computer Navigation
Computer navigation: Tumor is outlined in yellow.
Surgical Procedure
She underwent right occipital craniotomy and resection of this tumor utilizing computer navigation and stereotaxy as well as intra-operative neurophysiological monitoring.
Pathology
The pathology of the tumor confirmed diagnosis of meningioma.
Post op course
Before Operation After Operation
Before Operation After Operation
Post op MRI shows complete resection of the tumor with no injury to surrounding neuro-vascular structures.
The patient did well post-operatively with no neurological deficit. She was discharged home with complete resolution of her pre-operative symptoms. She returned to full time employment.
