Petroclival meningiomas: radiological features essential for surgeons

Ecancermedicalscience. 2019 Mar 5:13:907. doi: 10.3332/ecancer.2019.907. eCollection 2019.

Abstract

Petroclival meningiomas (PCMs) have always been a challenge for surgeons because of their difficult anatomical location. The role of radiology in providing precise indications regarding the tumour site and aggressiveness plays a major part in guiding the subsequent therapeutic process. The purpose of this review is to provide a set of the main radiological features helpful in the management of PCMs towards the most correct therapeutic approach. We aim to offer a radiological overview to allow the patient to be directed to surgery with the least possible risk of complications.

Keywords: neuroradiology; neurosurgery; petrocliveal meningioma.

Publication types

  • Review