Could left posterior parafalcine meningioma in MRI mean the presence of tumor ?
Patient: Left posterior parafalcine meningioma measuring 1.3 cm x 1.4 cm x1.3 cm. MRI report shows; focal infiltration of the sagittal sinus demostrated with stenosis versus occlusion of sagittal sinus .. Should I be concerned about stenosis? , or is this a normal behaivor or these tumors? Also remainder of brain demostrates mild to moderate degree of white matter chronic small vessel ischemic changes. Could this be caused by the presence of this tumor? Doctor: Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.Stenosis means blood flow is interfered. So you have to worry. The other chronic small vessel changes can be due to this. Please consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliestHope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care.-oOo-PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno  this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback. PS 2 :  In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno