TB Research

Giant Tuberculomas Suggesting a Malignant Brain Tumor: About Two Cases

Drissa Kanikomo, Moussa Diallo, André Jacques Tokpa, Youssouf Sogoba, Izoudine Blaise Koumaré, Julienne Mouani, Boubacar Sogoba, Oumar Diallo, et al. (11 authors)

Open Journal of Modern Neurosurgery · 2024-01

Abstract

Tuberculoma is a common condition in developing countries. In some cases, it may mimic a glial lesion, making differential diagnosis challenging. The authors report two cases of giant tuberculoma in young patients aged 14 and 16. A literature review was conducted on these cases. Both patients underwent partial excision. Histology concluded tuberculoma. Anti-tubercular treatment was implemented. The evolution one year later was marked by the persistence of neurological disorders, although they had improved.

MeSH terms

  • Medicine
  • Brain tumor
  • Tuberculoma
  • Pathology
  • Tuberculosis