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Müller SJ, Khadhraoui E, Ernst M, Rohde V, Schatlo B, Malinova V. Differentiation of multiple brain metastases and glioblastoma with multiple foci using MRI criteria. BMC Med Imaging 2024; 24:3. [PMID: 38166651 PMCID: PMC10759655 DOI: 10.1186/s12880-023-01183-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Glioblastoma with multiple foci (mGBM) and multiple brain metastases share several common features on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). A reliable preoperative diagnosis would be of clinical relevance. The aim of this study was to explore the differences and similarities between mGBM and multiple brain metastases on MRI. METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of 50 patients with mGBM and compared them with a cohort of 50 patients with multiple brain metastases (2-10 lesions) histologically confirmed and treated at our department between 2015 and 2020. The following imaging characteristics were analyzed: lesion location, distribution, morphology, (T2-/FLAIR-weighted) connections between the lesions, patterns of contrast agent uptake, apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC)-values within the lesion, the surrounding T2-hyperintensity, and edema distribution. RESULTS A total of 210 brain metastases and 181 mGBM lesions were analyzed. An infratentorial localization was found significantly more often in patients with multiple brain metastases compared to mGBM patients (28 vs. 1.5%, p < 0.001). A T2-connection between the lesions was detected in 63% of mGBM lesions compared to 1% of brain metastases. Cortical edema was only present in mGBM. Perifocal edema with larger areas of diffusion restriction was detected in 31% of mGBM patients, but not in patients with metastases. CONCLUSION We identified a set of imaging features which improve preoperative diagnosis. The presence of T2-weighted imaging hyperintensity connection between the lesions and cortical edema with varying ADC-values was typical for mGBM.
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- Sebastian Johannes Müller
- Department of Neuroradiology, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
- Neuroradiologische Klinik, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
- Neuroradiologische Klinik, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany.
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Singh A, Prasad P, Singh A, Siddique MI. Submandibular Gland Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Presenting as Intracranial Metastasis. Neurol India 2024; 72:155-157. [PMID: 38443021 DOI: 10.4103/ni.ni_1260_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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- Anurag Singh
- Department of Pathology, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Kimata A, Abdulrazeq H, Kritselis M, Riccelli T, Anderson M, Dowd R, Dellale I, Sampath P. Metastatic cervical carcinoma to the brain masquerading as a butterfly glioma: A case report. Surg Neurol Int 2023; 14:275. [PMID: 37680913 PMCID: PMC10481794 DOI: 10.25259/sni_329_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023] Open
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Background Metastatic cervical cancer to the brain is a rare occurrence, representing approximately 1.5% of metastatic cases. We report a rare presentation of cervical cancer with brain metastasis to the corpus callosum. The patient was initially suspected to have a primary glioma but was diagnosed with a metastatic cervical carcinoma lesion through both stereotactic and then opens biopsy. Case Description A 53-year-old female, with Stage III adenosquamous cervical carcinoma, presented with a large heterogeneously enhancing mass in the corpus callosum body with extension in the cingulate gyrus concerning for glioma. A stereotactic biopsy revealed hypercellular and gliotic brain tissue, while an open biopsy showed an epithelioid neoplasm consistent with metastatic cervical adenosquamous carcinoma. The patient underwent a craniotomy and recovered well and was discharged in stable condition. Conclusion Brain metastases from cervical cancer are uncommon. We present a rare case of metastatic cervical carcinoma which appeared on imaging to mimic a butterfly glioma. The patient's history and histopathological examination were essential in determining the correct diagnosis and receiving timely treatment.
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- Anna Kimata
- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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Wolkow N, Jakobiec FA, Afrogheh AH, Kidd M, Eagle RC, Pai SI, Faquin WC. PD-L1 and PD-L2 Expression Levels Are Low in Primary and Secondary Adenoid Cystic Carcinomas of the Orbit: Therapeutic Implications. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2021; 36:444-450. [PMID: 31990894 PMCID: PMC7423458 DOI: 10.1097/iop.0000000000001585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine if there is a biologic rationale for using checkpoint inhibitor drugs targeting programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) and PD-L2 in the treatment of adenoid cystic carcinoma of the orbit. METHODS Twenty-three cases of adenoid cystic carcinoma involving the orbit (13 primary lacrimal gland, 5 secondarily extending into the orbit, and 5 unspecified) were examined histopathologically. Immunohistochemistry for PD-L1, PD-L2, and CD8 was performed. Charts were reviewed for clinical correlations. RESULTS Expression of PD-L1 and of PD-L2 was overall low in adenoid cystic carcinoma (mean expression 1.4 ± 0.9 of 5 for PD-L1, mean 0.83 ± 1.1 of 5 for PD-L2), and tumor-infiltrating CD8-positive T-lymphocytes were sparse (mean 1.1 ± 0.51 of 3). Only 13 of the 23 (57%) cases expressed PD-L1 as a combined positive score ≥1 of cells. No associations were found between expression levels of these markers and patient sex, tumor site of origin, Tumor, Node, Metastasis stage, or patient outcome. A significant association was observed between stromal PD-L1 expression and tumor histopathologic subtype (p = 0.05), and between tumor PD-L1 expression and prior exposure to radiation (p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Checkpoint inhibitor drugs may have limited impact in the treatment and clinical course of orbital adenoid cystic carcinoma based on the low frequency of CD8 infiltrate and low expression of PD-L1 and PD-L2. Pretreatment with radiation, however, may improve tumor response to checkpoint inhibitor drugs.
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- Natalie Wolkow
- David G. Cogan Ophthalmic Pathology Laboratory, Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
- Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- David G. Cogan Ophthalmic Pathology Laboratory, Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, National Health Laboratory Service, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Centre for Statistical Consultation, Department of Statistics and Actuarial Sciences, University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Department of Ophthalmic Pathology, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Division of Head and Neck Pathology, Department of Pathology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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Abecassis IJ, Cordy B, Durfy S, Andre JB, Levitt MR, Ellenbogen RG, Silbergeld DL, Ko AL. Evaluating angioarchitectural characteristics of glial and metastatic brain tumors with conventional magnetic resonance imaging. J Clin Neurosci 2020; 76:46-52. [PMID: 32312627 PMCID: PMC10947781 DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2020.04.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Primary and metastatic brain tumors can overlap in traditional imaging features detected on preoperative conventional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The research objective was to determine whether morphological vascular characteristics present in routine preoperative imaging using traditional MRI sequences are predictive of primary versus metastatic brain tumors; secondarily to determine association of conventional and vascular-related imaging parameters with intraoperative blood loss, pathological invasion, and World Health Organization (WHO) tumor grade. A retrospective review analyzed 100 consecutive intracranial tumor surgeries, 50 WHO grade II-IV gliomas and 50 intracranial metastases. Two blinded expert readers independently evaluated preoperative MRIs, obtained via standard morphological imaging sequences, for adjacent or intra-tumoral arterial aneurysm, peritumoral venous ectasia, prominence, or engorgement ("aberrant peritumoral vessels"), and prominent intra-tumoral flow voids. Multivariate analysis was performed to develop models predictive of glioma and glioblastoma (GBM). Aberrant peritumoral vessels and prominent intra-tumoral flow voids were statistically significant predictors of glioma in univariate analyses (p = 0.048, p = 0.001, respectively) and when combined in multivariate analysis (OR = 5.23, p = 0.001), particularly for GBM (OR = 9.08, p < 0.001). Multivariate modeling identified prominent intra-tumoral flow voids and FLAIR invasion as the strongest combined predictors of gliomas and GBM. Aberrant peritumoral vessels and larger tumor volume predicted higher intraoperative blood loss in all analyses. No vascular-related parameters predicted pathological invasion on multivariate analysis. Aberrant peritumoral vessels and prominent intra-tumoral flow voids were predictive of gliomas, specifically GBM. These vascular characteristics, evaluated on routine clinical preoperative MRI imaging, may aid in distinguishinggliomafrom brainmetastases andmay predict intraoperative blood loss.
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Mechanical Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Stroke and Applied Neuroscience Center, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA; Stroke and Applied Neuroscience Center, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
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He X, Chen J. [Four Cases Report on Primary Lung Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma]. ZHONGGUO FEI AI ZA ZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF LUNG CANCER 2018; 20:789-792. [PMID: 29167011 PMCID: PMC5973270 DOI: 10.3779/j.issn.1009-3419.2017.11.12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND Lung adenoid cystic carcinoma is a kind of rare lung cancer. Diagnosis and treatment is not enough understandable for them. We collected and analyzed 4 cases of lung adenoid cystic carcinoma for broadening the sight of this disease. METHODS Retrospectively analysed the 4 cases we collected from Hunan Cancer Hospital Between January 2012 and December 2016. We depicted the pathology, immunohistochemical, epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation and anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) arrangement in these cases. And the methods of the diagnosis and treatment were analyzed. RESULTS Lung adenoid cystic carcinoma is usually located in the airway, EGFR mutation and ALK arrangement is rare in this disease. Generally the metastasis of the lung cancer occurred in the advanced stage. The prognosis is good if the mass could be resected completely. CONCLUSIONS Diagnosis of the lung adenoid cystic carcinoma depends on pathological experiments, surgery is the main treatment in the early stage, radiotherapy and chemotherapy is an advisable therapy in the advanced stage. And the prognosis of this kind of lung cancer is better than small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
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- Xilan He
- Xiangya School of Medicine Central South University, Department of Thoracic Neoplasms, Hunan Cancer Hospital,
the Affliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Changsha 410000, China
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- Xiangya School of Medicine Central South University, Department of Thoracic Neoplasms, Hunan Cancer Hospital,
the Affliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Changsha 410000, China
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