What is the diagnostic order of fibroids?

The difficulty in curing fibroids is a major characteristic, which is the cause of worry for fibroid patients and a major problem that has always troubled doctors. Only by accurately diagnosing the important causes of fibroid diseases can appropriate treatment measures be taken. Let's take a look at the diagnostic order of fibroids.

The pressure of lumbar puncture is usually increased. For some fibroids, such as those located on the brain surface or in the ventricles, the amount of cerebrospinal fluid protein may increase, the number of white blood cells may also increase, and some tumor cells may be found. However, for those with significantly increased intracranial pressure, lumbar puncture has the risk of promoting brain herniation. Therefore, it is generally only performed when necessary, such as when it is necessary to distinguish from inflammation or bleeding. For those with obvious pressure increase, the operation should be cautious and do not release too much cerebrospinal fluid. Mannitol drip is given after surgery and careful observation is required.

Ultrasound examination: It can help determine the side and observe whether there is hydrocephalus. For infants, B-type ultrasound scans can be performed through the anterior fontanelle to show fibroid images and other pathological changes.

On the one hand, the patient's EEG changes are limited to changes in brain waves at the site of the fibroid. On the other hand, there are general and widely distributed changes in frequency and amplitude. These are affected by the size of the fibroid, infiltration, degree of cerebral edema, and increased intracranial pressure. Shallow fibroids are prone to localized abnormalities, while deep fibroids have fewer localized changes. In more benign astrocytomas, oligodendrogliomas, etc., localized delta waves are mainly manifested, and some epileptic waveforms such as spikes or sharp waves can be seen. Large glioblastoma multiforme can show widespread delta waves, which can sometimes only be determined on one side.

Radioisotope scanning: Fast-growing fibroids with abundant blood supply have high blood-brain barrier permeability and high isotope absorption rate. For example, glioblastoma multiforme shows isotope concentration images, and there may be low-density areas in the middle due to necrosis and cysts. It needs to be distinguished from metastatic tumors based on its shape and multiplicity. More benign fibroids such as astrocytomas have lower concentrations, which are often slightly higher than the surrounding brain tissues, and the images are not clear, and some may be negative findings.

This is the introduction to the order of diagnosing fibroids. If you feel unwell, go to a regular hospital for treatment. Do not delay, which may worsen your condition.