American Journal of Neuroradiology 25:506-508, March 2004
© 2004 American Society of Neuroradiology
Case Report
INTERVENTIONAL
Postembolization Hemorrhage of a Large and Necrotic Meningioma
a Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Organ Imaging, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, China
b Division of Neurosurgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, China
Address correspondence to Dr. Simon C. H. Yu, Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Organ Imaging, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR, China
Summary: Microparticulate embolization of meningiomas is a useful preoperative measure, but the potential risk of hemorrhagic complications should be recognized and balanced against the benefits. We report a case of subarachnoid hemorrhage occurring immediately after the embolization of a meningioma. Techniques for early diagnosis, such as CT, and early surgical intervention are crucial to a promising outcome. Large-size and necrotic or cystic components of a meningioma are probable risk factors that demand special consideration.
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