Uncommon brain lesions

Abstract

In this chapter we discuss neurosurgical tumours, which are uncommon and have not been covered elsewhere. Due to their rarity this chapter reviews what is known about these conditions and primarily discusses their diagnosis. The description of management is derived largely from published case series. Uncommon brain lesions vary in their clinical presentation and radiological findings, making a timely and accurate diagnosis challenging. A timely and accurate diagnosis is a guiding principle in the management of patients with brain tumours. Making the diagnosis of uncommon brain lesions is inherently challenging, but this chapter highlights several elements that are important when investigating such lesions.