Medi-Fax Atlas Series - Left Frontal Glioblastoma

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Left Frontal Glioblastoma

Contributor:

Dr. Chris Ekong

Case 2

Age: 46

Sex: Female

History: 46 year old lady presented with one month history of headache followed by 3 days of confusion and drowsiness.

Examination:

Examination confirmed drowsiness and confusion . She had slight weakness of the left arm.

Pre-Op X-Rays

CT scan of brain (without contrast) showing Glioblastoma with necrotic center.


CT of brain with contrast showing Glioblastoma with necrotic center.

Follow up MRI


MRI of brain 9 months after partial resection of Glioblastoma, showing recurrance.

Last Updated: January 15, 2010