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What percentage of brain tumors do metastatic tumors represent?
What percentage of brain tumors do metastatic tumors represent?
- 40%
- 10%
- 30% (correct)
- 20%
What is the primary source of metastatic tumors that reach the CNS?
What is the primary source of metastatic tumors that reach the CNS?
- Nervous tissue
- Cerebrospinal fluid
- Arteries or vertebral system of veins (correct)
- Lymphatic system
What is the most common type of metastatic tumor?
What is the most common type of metastatic tumor?
- Sarcoma
- Carcinoma (correct)
- Adenoma
- Lymphoma
What is a common manifestation of increased intracranial tension?
What is a common manifestation of increased intracranial tension?
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What is the likely diagnosis of Hassan, the 53-year-old man?
What is the likely diagnosis of Hassan, the 53-year-old man?
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What is the primary location of metastatic tumors in the brain?
What is the primary location of metastatic tumors in the brain?
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What is a common source of metastatic tumors?
What is a common source of metastatic tumors?
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What is a local effect of intracranial tumors?
What is a local effect of intracranial tumors?
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What is a manifestation of increased intracranial tension?
What is a manifestation of increased intracranial tension?
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What is the primary reason for increased intracranial tension in patients with intracranial tumors?
What is the primary reason for increased intracranial tension in patients with intracranial tumors?
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