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Skull Base 2003; 13(2): 093-100
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-40599
CASE REPORT

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Sclerosing Cavernous Hemangioma in the Cavernous Sinus: Case Report

Antonio Aversa do Souto1 , Jorge Marcondes1 , Marcello Reis da Silva1 , Leila Chimelli2
  • 1Division of Neurosurgery, University Hospital, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • 2Department of Pathology, University Hospital, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Publication Date:
19 May 2004 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Cavernous hemangiomas of the cavernous sinus belong to a well-distinguished entity of extra-axial cavernous hemangiomas located in the cavernous sinus and have a typical appearance on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Severe intraoperative bleeding has been described during the excision of these lesions that is probably associated with their pathological features. An atypical case of a sclerosing lesion with distinct MRI features is described. In these particular cases, especially with giant hemangiomas where en bloc excision would be difficult, safe internal decompression and resection can be achieved.

KEYWORDS

Cavernous hemangioma - cavernous sinus - magnetic resonance imaging - skull base surgery

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