Cavernoma
Presentation
Seizure
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Cavernoma
CT
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Axial non-contrast
A large right-sided hemorrhagic lesion is present without abnormal enhancement of abnormal vessels. Perilesional edema is noted. Associated mass effect is mild.
From the case:
Cavernoma
MRI
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Axial T2
Rounded lesion has extensive hemosiderin staining and surrounding edema. Features are those of a cavernoma.
Case Discussion
Features are fairly typical of a large cavernous venous abnormality (a.k.a. cavernoma) and edema would be expected to regress. Unfortunately no follow up is available.