Extensive subdural spread of a glioblastoma associated with subdural hygroma: case report

J Surg Case Rep. 2020 Jun 15;2020(6):rjaa127. doi: 10.1093/jscr/rjaa127. eCollection 2020 Jun.

Abstract

Despite its highly malignant behaviour, glioblastoma very rarely spread beside the arachnoid layer. We describe a very rare case of a 67-year-old patient with glioblastoma, who developed a recurrent subdural hygroma associated with the subdural spread of the glioblastoma, which was confirmed histologically. Possible predisposing factors and management suggestions are discussed.

Keywords: Brain tumour surgery; Glioblastoma multiforme; Metastasis; Subdural hygroma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports