OCAD MSK

History

Aspirate this ganglion

Figure 1 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 1

Figure 2 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 2

Figure 3 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 3

Figure 4 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 4

Figure 5 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 5

Figure 6 for case Schwannoma ( RID4473 ) — Figure 6

Discussion

Images 1 and 2 shows a high T2 signal slightly lobulated lesion. Images 3, 4 however show the string sign, split fat sign, features typical of a peripheral nerve sheath tumor. Note the slightly low central signal on T2 suggesting cellularity. Images 5 and 6 confirm an enhancing mass.

Diagnosis

Schwannoma ( RID4473 )

Bao Do, MD

Courtesy

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