A Rare Case of Multicentric Synchronous Bi-frontal Glioma
Author Information
Author(s): Maria Cristina Turola, Roberta Schivalocchi, Vania Ramponi, Alessando De Vito, Maria Giulia Nanni, Giovanni Francesco Frivoli
Primary Institution: Servizio Psichiatrico Diagnosi e Cura AUSL Ferrara
Conclusion
Multicentric glioblastoma can present with rapid cognitive symptoms and may be misdiagnosed as psychiatric issues.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient initially presented with an epileptic seizure and later developed cognitive symptoms.
- Imaging studies revealed bi-frontal lesions consistent with glioblastoma.
- Surgical removal of the lesions confirmed the diagnosis of glioblastoma.
Takeaway
This study talks about a woman who had a brain tumor that showed up as strange behavior instead of typical symptoms, which made it hard to diagnose.
Methodology
The case involved clinical evaluations, imaging studies (CT and MRI), and surgical interventions.
Potential Biases
Potential biases in diagnosis due to the initial psychiatric presentation.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
A 43-year-old female, born in Ukraine, living in Italy.
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