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Rathke Cleft Cysts in Identical Twins

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Rathke cleft cysts are congenital, non-neoplastic sellar cysts derived from remnants of embryonic Rathke pouch. Presentation of Rathke cleft cysts can be incidental; however, in larger cysts, presentation can be with headaches, visual deterioration, and pituitary and endocrine dysfunction. Here we report a rare case of identical twin boys with Rathke cleft cysts, highlighting the likely genetically driven development of cyst in this identical twin and need for cranial imaging in identical twins with anomalies of the brain.

Source: World Neurosurgery

DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.10.059

Authors: Fardad T. Afshari, Vesta S. Najmi, Guirish A. Solanki

Institution: Birmingham Children's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,920