Smaller enhancing extra-axial mass

What does "Smaller enhancing extra-axial mass" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Smaller enhancing extra-axial mass" refers to a relatively small growth that is located outside the main part of the brain, but within the skull. This growth is highlighted or "enhanced" when a special dye is used during a brain scan, which helps doctors to see it more clearly. The term does not specify what the growth is, just its location and size.

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