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Pineal Cyst Associated with Apoplexy and Hydrocephalus: A Case Report.

Daniel Marchi Kieling, Amanda Hedel Koerich, Romildo Antonio Dos Santos Júnior, Paulo Moacir Mesquita Filho

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Daniel Marchi KielingNeurology and Neurosurgery Service of Passo Fundo-Neurosurgery Department.
Amanda Hedel KoerichNeurology and Neurosurgery Service of Passo Fundo-Neurosurgery Department.
Romildo Antonio Dos Santos JúniorNeurology and Neurosurgery Service of Passo Fundo-Neurosurgery Department.
Paulo Moacir Mesquita FilhoNeurology and Neurosurgery Service of Passo Fundo-Neurosurgery Department.

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Abstract

Pineal cysts (PCs) are common findings on (Magnetic resonance Imaging) MRI, often incidental in females and asymptomatic throughout life. Rare complications, like pineal apoplexy with acute hydrocephalus, require differential diagnosis and urgent intervention. We report a 19-year-old male with a progressive headache and visual decline. MRI showed a 2.3 cm pineal cyst with hemorrhagic features (apoplexy) causing hydrocephalus. He underwent endoscopic third ventriculostomy and microsurgical resection, both successful. Postoperatively, symptoms resolved completely. Though often benign, complicated PCs can be life-threatening. This case highlights their management, aiding understanding of etiologies, differential diagnoses, and treatments, enhancing medical knowledge.

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ApoplexyEndoscopic treatmentHydrocephalusPineal cystPineal Gland

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PMCPMC12264991

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