Is it or is it not? Brain Tumor Mimics

The presence of a brain tumor, whether primary or secondary, is evaluated based on a number of factors: age, history, clinical presentation, location, enhancement characteristics, calcification, hemorrhage, and edema. However, non-neoplastic processes may exhibit a similar imaging appearance as intracranial neoplasms. Incorrect imaging interpretation may delay the patient ′s diagnosis and treatment. Infectious, inflammatory, demyelinating, or vascular processes may sometimes be mistaken for a brain tumor on imaging.
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - Category: Radiology Authors: Source Type: research