Posterior fossa syndrome is a set of symptoms that can occur after surgical excision of a mass in the brainstem region, affecting children more often. Symptoms include difficulty speaking, swallowing, moving, and eye movement problems. There are no identifiable risk factors, but early recognition can shorten hospital stays. Posterior fossa syndrome is a set of […]
A fossa is an indentation on a bone, while a cyst is a sac-like growth filled with liquid, gas, or solid matter. An arachnoid fossa cyst is the most problematic type, usually found in the brain, and can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headaches, seizures, imbalance, and blackouts. Treatment depends on the location and […]
