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Choroid plexus carcinoma

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9390/3

Choroid plexus carcinoma

A choroid plexus carcinoma is a type of choroid plexus tumor.

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Signs and symptoms

the symptoms of choroid plexus carcinoma are similar to those of other brain tumors,and include:

  • Persistent or new onset headaches
  • Macrocephaly or bulging fontanels in infants.
  • Loss of appetite (refusal to take food in infants)
  • Nausea and emesis

    • Treatment

    Treatment of choroid plexus carcinoma includes surgical resection, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.

    References

    Choroid plexus carcinoma Wikipedia
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