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Melanoma brain metastasis mimicking cortical laminar necrosis

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Metastatic lesions to the brain are common in patients with melanoma. Imaging characteristics can support the diagnosis of metastatic melanoma, but alternative diagnoses should be considered. Case Description: Here, we present a case of a 57-year-old man in whom a metastatic melanoma initially mimicked the imaging characteristics of cortical laminar necrosis. Conclusion: This comprises the first report of melanoma brain metastasis presenting with these imaging characteristics and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for metastatic lesions in patients with known cancer.

Source: Surgical Neurology International

DOI: 10.25259/sni_285_2022

Authors: Alexandria C. Marino, Camilo E. Fadul, M. Beatriz Lopes, Sohil Harshad Patel, Ashok R. Asthagiri

Institution: University of Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Brain Metastases and Treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4312176144