Table 2

Reported cases of extradural dermoid cysts of the posterior fossa

NoAuthorAge (years)SexClinical presentationSurgeryResult/comments
1Martin and Davis9 2MaleRaised ICP2-150 YesInterdural, cured
2Logue and Till10 2MaleScalp massFive operationsCured
3Matson7 2.5UnknownScalp mass,  meningitisYesCured
4Schijman et al 11 3FemaleScalp mass,  meningitisYesInterdural, epidermoid, cured
5Rubinet al 12 27MaleRaised ICPYesTorcular compression, cured
6Goffin et al 13 7MaleScalp massYesInterdural, cured
7Present series2FemaleScalp mass,  infectionYesSinus haemorrhage, epidural  empyema, cured
8Present series0.5FemaleScalp massYesSinus haemorrhage, cured
9Present series2FemaleScalp massYesSinus haemorrhage,  interdural, cured
  • 2-150 ICP = intracranial pressure.