Calcifying Pseudoneoplasm of the Neuraxis, Cerebellum and Cognition: A Rare Opportunity to Learn More
2019
: Calcifying pseudoneoplasms of the neuraxis (CAPNON) are rare tumours. We describe a CAPNON in the posterior fossa and its associated neuropsychological sequelae to provide further evidence for the role of cerebellum in cognitive function. We report the clinical details, imaging, pre-operative neuropsychological assessment, histological features and management of a patient with such a tumour in the posterior fossa location. Detailed pre-operative neuropsychological assessment identified a number of cognitive deficits that had the hallmarks of dysexecutive syndrome. Post-surgery, there was considerable improvement, most notably on processing speed tasks and selected executive tests. This rare case provides further evidence for the role of cerebellum in cognitive function.
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