Explosion of dermoid cyst into five intracranial spaces- a rare event

Br J Neurosurg. 2020 Dec;34(6):667-668. doi: 10.1080/02688697.2019.1687849. Epub 2019 Nov 12.

Abstract

Rupture of a dermoid cyst is a rare but well known phenomenon. We present a case of forceful rupture of dermoid cyst into five intracranial spaces which is never been reported before. Timely detection, early intervention and watchful follow-ups can lead to full recovery from such a devastating complication.

Keywords: Dermoid cyst; chemical meningitis; rupture.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Brain Neoplasms* / diagnostic imaging
  • Brain Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Dermoid Cyst* / diagnostic imaging
  • Dermoid Cyst* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Rupture, Spontaneous