Meningioma during pregnancy: a case report

J Reprod Med. 2011 Jan-Feb;56(1-2):81-4.

Abstract

Background: The diagnosis and management of meningioma during pregnancy is challenging, and a multidisciplinary approach is warranted. We present a case of meningioma during pregnancy with one year of follow-up.

Case: A 37-year-old, Caucasian female who presented at 28 weeks' gestation with meningioma was managed conservatively until 31.4 weeks' gestation. Worsening symptoms prompted cesarean delivery. Nine days after childbirth a craniotomy was performed due to worsening of her symptoms. Subsequent treatment included proton therapy with dramatic results.

Conclusion: The diagnosis of meningioma during pregnancy represents a challenge, with growth and regression both reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cesarean Section
  • Craniotomy
  • Female
  • Gestational Age
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Meningeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Meningeal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Meningeal Neoplasms / surgery
  • Meningioma / diagnosis*
  • Meningioma / pathology
  • Meningioma / surgery
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic / diagnosis*
  • Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic / pathology
  • Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic / surgery
  • Proton Therapy

Substances

  • Protons