METASTATIC INVOLVEMENT OF THE MECKELS CAVE AND TRIGEMINAL NERVE - A CASE-REPORT

The case of a patient with a right atypical trigeminal neuralgia cause d by a metastatic tumor involving the Meckel's cave is reported. His m edical history was significant for colon-rectal adenocarcinoma. The pr eoperative diagnosis of Meckel's cave neoplasm was made by MR. The pat ient underwent surgery, consisting of total removal of tumor and peeli ng of the ganglion and of the branches of the nerve, obtaining a histo logical diagnosis and a resolution of pain. The clinical, radiological findings and the treatment of this rare entity are discussed.