Abstract
We present a case of an optochiasmatic cavernous hemangioma (OCH) treated by stereotactic radiotherapy that required subsequent surgical resection. Subtotal resection and/or radiotherapy are not curative and can lead to hemorrhage and progressive neuronal insult. We recommend complete surgical resection as the treatment of choice.
Acknowledgements
The authors would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the following people for their contributions to this manuscript; Andy Rekito, M.S., OHSU neurological surgery medical illustrator and Shirley McCartney, Ph.D., OHSU neurological surgery editorial liaison.
Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.