This axial (cross sectional) T2 weighted non-contrast image of the brain shows subtle deformity of the pre-ganglionic segment of the left trigeminal nerve and mild asymmetric widening of the cerebello-pontine angle cister (CP angle) on viewers right. This is secondary to the presence of a congenital epidermoid tumour which consists of desquamated squamous epithelium with keratin debri. These are benign but can increase in size. They often encase adjacent nerves and blood vessels which can make it difficult to remove. | |
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