Recurrence of fourth ventricular choroid plexus papilloma with late occurrence of a spinal drop metastasis

Abstract

Choroid plexus papillomas are rare tumours, which occasionally spread both intracranially and down the spinal canal. Spinal metastasis has been reported infrequently and only once many years since the initial diagnosis. This is the first reported case of late recurrence, metastasis and transformation of a benign to an atypical lesion.

Key words:

• Intraventricular
• spinal tumour
• surgical procedure
• metastasis

Acknowledgements

C. Palmer was the main author of this study. P. Kalsi reviewed the manuscript and made recommendations for revisions. N. Bradey selected the images most appropriate for this case. R. Strachan was the consultant responsible for the patient's care and reviewed the final manuscript.