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What is the primary treatment approach for intracranial germ cell tumors?
What is the primary treatment approach for intracranial germ cell tumors?
What is the characteristic feature of sacrococcygeal teratomas?
What is the characteristic feature of sacrococcygeal teratomas?
What is the most common solid tumor in the neonate?
What is the most common solid tumor in the neonate?
What is the location of sacrococcygeal teratomas?
What is the location of sacrococcygeal teratomas?
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When is a more toxic treatment regimen typically used?
When is a more toxic treatment regimen typically used?
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What is the primary goal of liver resection in the treatment of congenital tumors?
What is the primary goal of liver resection in the treatment of congenital tumors?
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Which of the following tumors is known for its unpredictable behavior?
Which of the following tumors is known for its unpredictable behavior?
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In pediatric oncology, what is the primary indication for liver transplantation?
In pediatric oncology, what is the primary indication for liver transplantation?
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What is the primary role of tumor markers in the diagnosis of congenital tumors?
What is the primary role of tumor markers in the diagnosis of congenital tumors?
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What is the primary treatment option for sacrococcygeal tumors?
What is the primary treatment option for sacrococcygeal tumors?
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Which of the following procedures is NOT used for biopsy in neuroblastoma?
Which of the following procedures is NOT used for biopsy in neuroblastoma?
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What is the Greek origin of the word 'teratoma'?
What is the Greek origin of the word 'teratoma'?
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What is a potential complication of neuroblastoma treatment?
What is a potential complication of neuroblastoma treatment?
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Which of the following is a minimally invasive procedure used for biopsy in neuroblastoma?
Which of the following is a minimally invasive procedure used for biopsy in neuroblastoma?
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What is a potential postsurgical complication of neuroblastoma treatment?
What is a potential postsurgical complication of neuroblastoma treatment?
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Study Notes
Germ Cell Tumors (GCTs)
- A more toxic regimen is reserved for recurrence.
- Radiotherapy is the mainstay for intracranial GCTs.
Sacrococygeal Teratomas (SCT)
- A congenital tumor containing derivatives of the three embryonic germ layers.
- Arises at the tip of the coccyx.
- The most common solid tumor in the neonate.
Hepatoblastoma
- Unresectable primary, multifocal tumors may be treated with:
- Liver resection.
- Liver transplantation.
Neuroblastoma
- An enigmatic embryonal tumor arising from neuroblasts with somewhat unpredictable behavior.
Neuroblastoma Treatment
- Biopsy methods:
- Laparotomy or thoracotomy with classical open biopsy.
- Laparoscopy or thoracoscopy with biopsy.
- CT/USG-guided true-cut biopsy.
- Fine needle aspiration.
- Surgery may be performed.
Neuroblastoma Complications
- Hemorrhage.
- Renal ischemia.
- Intestinal ischemia.
- Prolonged ileus, bowel obstruction, intussusception.
- Chylous ascites.
- Vascular injuries with consequent morbidity.
Teratomas
- Derived from the Greek words "teratos" meaning monster and "onkoma" meaning swelling.
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This quiz covers the diagnosis and treatment of germ cell tumors in pediatrics, including sacrococygeal teratomas and intracranial GCTs.
