Dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumour as a potentially treatable cause of intractable epilepsy in children

Clin Radiol. 1993 Apr;47(4):255-8. doi: 10.1016/s0009-9260(05)81133-x.

Abstract

Dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumour (DNT) represents a morphologically unique and surgically treatable benign lesion typically associated with complex partial seizures (CPS). Although the radiological features are not pathognomonic the histology is quite distinct. They may account for a significant minority of children with intractable CPS. We present four histologically proven cases to demonstrate and discuss the range of radiological features. Recent recognition that CPS may be caused by a number of conditions including DNT emphasizes that all children with partial seizures should have radiological investigations early in their course.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Brain / diagnostic imaging
  • Brain Neoplasms / complications*
  • Brain Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Brain Neoplasms / pathology
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Epilepsy, Complex Partial / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed