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Minim Invasive Neurosurg 1997; 40(4): 148-150
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1053437
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Cyst of the Mesencephalon (Neuroepithelial Cyst?): Review and Case Report

A. Baysefer, E. Erdogan, F. Gezen, S. Sirin, E. Timurkaynak, N. Seber
  • Department of Neurosurgery, Gülhane Medical Faculty, Ankara/Türkiye
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Publication Date:
18 March 2008 (online)

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Abstract

A case of a mesencephalic region cyst is reported. Neuroepithelial cysts are rare benign lesions that may be asymptomatic or may appear as space-occupying mass lesion. The pathogenesis and principles of diagnosis and management of these rare lesions are reviewed.

Key words

Neuroepithelial cyst - Mesencephalon - Magnetic resonance imaging - Treatment

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