Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Pineal Region SOL.:

Case Summary:

22 years male, underwent insertion of VP shunt in November 11,2022 presented with complaints of headache, weakness in left limbs and blurring of vision for 3-4 months. Patient has no history of radiation & chemotherapy. On clinical examination young male is sitting on chair comfortably has squint and 4/5 power in left limbs. MRI brain with contrast dated November 05, 2022 shows enhancing mass seen in the midline causing compression of the aqueduct of sylvius with dilation of ventricles bilaterally. Risks of GKSRS have been explained. Written and valid consent obtained to proceed.

Follow up Comparative Study 06-04-2023:

Patient consulted the gamma knife center for the first routine follow up presented with recent MRI brain with contrast dated April 04,2023 shows good resolution of targeted lesion when compared with previous MRI brain with contrast dated November 05, 2022, excellent results in response to gamma knife therapy.

Follow up Comparative Study 25-01-2024:

Patient consulted the gamma knife center for the second routine follow up presented with recent MRI brain with contrast dated January  25,2024 shows almost complete resolution of the targeted lesion when compared with previous MRI brain with contrast dated April 04,2023, excellent results in response to gamma knife therapy.