Presentation
Headache.
Patient Data
Age: Child
From the case:
Tectal glioma
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The tectal plate of the midbrain is expanded and demonstrates high T2 signal, consistent with a tectal plate glioma. The aqueduct is obstructed and marked hydrocephalus is present.
Case Discussion
Typical appearances of a tectal plate glioma complicated by longstanding severe hydrocephalus.