High-dose radiation-induced meningioma in children. Case report and critical review of the literature - 15/09/23
Abstract |
Object |
High-dose radiation-induced meningiomas in children are a rare occurrence. We discuss the clinical data and the differences of these rare tumors from those of spontaneous counterpart and radiation-induced meningiomas of the adult population.
Case report |
We report a case of meningothelial meningioma, which occurred in a 9-year-old boy who underwent radiotherapy for a parieto-occipital cutaneous angioma. In addition, we collected 18 cases of high-dose radiation-induced meningiomas in children from a literature review with Medline.
Results |
Radiation-induced meningiomas in children show a female predominance, a short latency period that seems to be related to the age at irradiation, and an aggressive behaviour.
Conclusion |
Exposure to the potentially carcinogenic effects of radiotherapy should be reserved only for tumors that demonstrate subsequent progression. A meticulous follow-up of patients treated with radiation therapy is mandatory.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key-words : Meningioma, children, radiation-induced tumors, radiotherapy
Vol 52 - N° 1
P. 69 - février 2006 Retour au numéro
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