Publication at First Faculty of Medicine |
2019
Abstract
commonly diagnosed on magnetic resonance imaging as a spherical cystic mass dorsally from the third ventricle above the midbrain. The clinical approach to patients with a pineal cyst is very controversial, particularly if they present with nonspecific complaints.
In all patients, we consider it important to assure them of a benign nature of their pineal cysts and of a favourable prognosis. The primary therapeutic modality is observation, followed by symptomatic treatment.
In a small proportion of patients, surgical treatment can be considered; however, the indication criteria have not been defined clearly.