Abstract:Intracranial ependymal cysts (ECs) are rare benign lesions. They are frequently asymptomatic and arise in the supratentorial regions. Retrocerebellar ECs is a rare location. We present a case of 3-months-old infant who developed obstructive hydrocephalus, bulging fontanel, and macrocephaly secondary to a retrocerebellar EC. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed a large retrocerebellar cyst that compressed the cerebellum and the brainstem, producing fourth ventricle outlet obstruction and supratentorial hydro… Show more
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