Intracranial glioependymal (neuroglial) cysts: a systematic review

ConclusionsThe data collected from this review shows that GECs are rare and very often are erroneously named. They are congenital benign lesions with a neuroectodermal origin that share many radiological characteristics with a variety of intracranial benign cysts. The definite diagnosis of GECs is confirmed by the presence of a glial layer in the cyst wall at histological examination. The appropriate surgical technique should be selected according to the location of the cyst and its proximity to the ventricles or subarachnoid space.

Source: Acta Neurochirurgica - June 11, 2018 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research