A glioependymal cyst and an ependymal cyst are the same things. They are both terms used to describe a cyst that originates from ependymal cells, which are specialized cells that line the ventricles of the brain and the central canal of the spinal cord. These cysts are typically benign and can occur in various locations within the central nervous system. The terms “glioependymal cyst” and “ependymal cyst” are used interchangeably to refer to this type of cyst.
On the other hand, a neuroglial cyst, also referred to as a glial cyst or an astroglial cyst, is a type of cyst that contains a fluid-filled cavity lined by glial cells, which are supportive cells of the nervous system. Neuroglial cysts can occur in various locations within the brain or spinal cord, and their size and symptoms can vary depending on the specific location and characteristics of the cyst.
While both types of cysts involve glial cells and can occur in the central nervous system, glioependymal cysts specifically involve ependymal cells, whereas neuroglial cysts can involve different types of glial cells such as astrocytes. Therefore, they are distinct entities with some differences in their origin and characteristics.