Primary Supratentorial Neoplasms:
Primary Supratentorial Neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors that originate within the structures of the brain located above the tentorium cerebelli. The brain is divided into two major regions: the supratentorial region located above the tentorium cerebelli, and the infratentorial region located beneath it. Therefore, primary supratentorial neoplasms are specific types of brain tumors that develop in the cerebral hemispheres, including the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes, as well as the associated structures within the cerebrum.
These tumors arise from the uncontrolled proliferation of cells within the brain, which can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) in nature. Benign supratentorial neoplasms tend to grow slowly and typically do not invade surrounding tissues or spread to other parts of the body. Malignant supratentorial neoplasms, on the other hand, grow rapidly, invade neighboring structures, and have the potential to metastasize to other organs.
Primary supratentorial neoplasms can cause a variety of symptoms depending on their location, size, and growth rate. Common symptoms include headaches, seizures, changes in vision or hearing, cognitive impairments, and motor deficits. Diagnosis of these tumors involves a combination of imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scans, followed by a biopsy to determine the nature of the neoplasm.
Treatment options for primary supratentorial neoplasms can include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies, depending on the type, size, and grade of the
