Primary meningioma of the scalp as a late complication of skull fracture: case report and literature review

A case of primary meningioma of the scalp is presented in which the anatomical association with a previous skull fracture is demonstrated and pathogenesis discussed. The investigations and surgical treatment are briefly described. Review of the literature reveals a strong association between trauma of the central nervous system and intracranial meningioma. Occasional reports also exist of extra-cranial meningioma following trauma. This is, however, the first report of such an association in the scalp.