Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publication: Meningioma in pregnancy: a rare case report
Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2016;5(4):1270-1272.DOI10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20160903
Abstract
Central nervous system tumor in pregnancy is rare. We report a case of such a tumor diagnosed in the third trimester of pregnancy. Patient presented with signs of increased intracranial tension and MRI showed a meningioma. Caesarean section along with craniotomy and tumor excision done successfully in the same sitting. Mother and the baby recovered well.
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Affiliations
- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Government Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu, India
