Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) : MRI
Sumer's Radiology
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
History – A 14 yr female c/o headache since 2 months. 2 episodes of seizures in last one week Findings- An ill-defined soild-cystic mass is seen in the left parietal lobe with surrounding mild to moderate edema. The cystic component shows restriction of diffusion and rim enhancement. The solid component shows avid postcontrast enhancement Final Diagnosis- Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) Golden Point DDs of cyst with mural nodule- Pilocytic astrocytoma, PXA, ganglioglioma, hemangioblastoma, c
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