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Which tumor is associated with hydrocephalus and sudden death?
Which tumor is associated with hydrocephalus and sudden death?
- Colloid cyst (correct)
- Glioblastoma multiforme
- Lymphoma
- Pilocytic astrocytoma
- What is the most common location for the “pearly” tumor shown in this image?
E. Pineal gland
- What is the most common location for the “pearly” tumor shown in this image?
E. Pineal gland
- As part of the dural along the cerebral convexities
- Cerebellopontine angle (correct)
- Thalamus
- Extra-calvarial
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Colloid cyst
Colloid cyst
A benign tumor that can cause hydrocephalus and sudden death.
Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus
Buildup of fluid in the brain, often caused by tumors.
Benign tumor
Benign tumor
A tumor that does not spread to other parts of the body.
Pineal gland
Pineal gland
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Cerebellopontine angle
Cerebellopontine angle
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Sudden death
Sudden death
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Benign vs. Malignant
Benign vs. Malignant
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Pearly tumor
Pearly tumor
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Brain tumor location
Brain tumor location
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Hydrocephalus cause
Hydrocephalus cause
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