Intracranial haemangioendothelioma mimicking a meningioma

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Oncology
• Pathology

Background:

• A 33-year-old male presented with seizures, initially suspected to be a left frontal parafalcine meningioma.
• The patient's initial surgical attempt to excise the lesion was unsuccessful due to its high vascularity.

Observation:

• Histological examination revealed the lesion to be a haemangioendothelioma, an uncommon tumor type.
• A second surgical intervention was performed to completely remove the tumor.

Findings:

• The case highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by highly vascular brain lesions.
• Successful complete resection of a haemangioendothelioma was achieved.

Implications:

• This case contributes to the understanding of haemangioendothelioma presentation and management.
• Reviewing the literature on this rare tumor aids in clinical decision-making and future research.