MR imaging- and MR spectroscopy-revealed changes in meningiomas for which embolization was performed without subsequent surgery

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2000 Apr;21(4):666-9.

Abstract

We describe our experience with follow-up MR imaging and MR spectroscopy in two patients after embolization of meningiomas without subsequent surgery. In both patients there was a marked reduction in tumor size and a decrease in contrast enhancement associated with spectroscopic signs of fatty degeneration. We did not observe regrowth; however, in one patient with incomplete angiographic devascularization, residual vital tumor tissue was seen at follow-up examinations.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Embolization, Therapeutic*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy*
  • Male
  • Meningeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Meningeal Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Meningioma / diagnosis*
  • Meningioma / therapy*
  • Middle Aged