Submitting Author(s)

Muhammad Nadeem, Rowan University

Date of Presentation

5-4-2023 12:00 AM

College

School of Osteopathic Medicine

Poster Abstract

Colloid cysts are benign growths commonly found in the third ventricle or at the Foramen of Monroe. They are composed of epithelial lining filled with gelatinous material that contain cholesterol, mucin, old blood and ions. Most colloid cysts are asymptomatic but can present with a variety of symptoms that range from headaches, diplopia, memory problems, and vertigo. They can also present as an obstructive hydrocephalus with the classic “Wet, wacky and wobbly” triad. Rarely colloid cysts have been reported to cause sudden death. They can present to the ED with any spectrum of these symptoms.

Keywords

Colloid Cysts, Benign Neoplasms, Obstructive Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, Differential Diagnosis, Neurologic Signs and Symptoms, Neurologic Manifestations

Disciplines

Diagnosis | Emergency Medicine | Medicine and Health Sciences | Nervous System Diseases | Neurology | Neurosurgery | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms | Surgical Procedures, Operative

Document Type

Poster

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May 4th, 12:00 AM

Obstructive Hydrocephalus Caused by a Colloid Cyst Presenting as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

Colloid cysts are benign growths commonly found in the third ventricle or at the Foramen of Monroe. They are composed of epithelial lining filled with gelatinous material that contain cholesterol, mucin, old blood and ions. Most colloid cysts are asymptomatic but can present with a variety of symptoms that range from headaches, diplopia, memory problems, and vertigo. They can also present as an obstructive hydrocephalus with the classic “Wet, wacky and wobbly” triad. Rarely colloid cysts have been reported to cause sudden death. They can present to the ED with any spectrum of these symptoms.

 

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