Secondary optic atrophy due to metastasis in brain due to lung cancer
Journal: University Journal of Surgery and Surgical Specialities (Vol.3, No. 4)Publication Date: 2017-07-13
Authors : VIDHYA;
Page : 75-76
Keywords : Secondary optic atrophy; metastasis; bronchogenic carcinoma;
Abstract
Abstract : Secondary optic atrophy can be due to metastatic lesion in the brain. High index of suspicion is necessary in secondary optic atrophy as the lesions can mimic various benign conditions like tuberculoma. We are presenting a case of secondary optic atrophy due to bronchogenic carcinoma where initially the lesion resembled tuberculoma closely
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