Pediatric Brain Tumours Overview

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Where do brain tumors primarily occur in children?

Cerebellum or brainstem

What is the most common cell origin for brain tumors?

Astrocytes

In which part of the brain are supratentorial brain tumors located?

Anterior two thirds of the brain

What is the percentage of infratentorial brain tumors in children?

<p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which cells can brain tumors arise?

<p>Any cell within the brain or spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can pinpoint pupils indicate?

<p>Poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reflexes demonstrate neurologic health in young infants?

<p>Moro, tonic neck, and withdrawal reflexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does widely dilated reactive pupils after seizures may involve?

<p>Only one side</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of breathing pattern may indicate intracranial bleeding?

<p>Irregular and shallow</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor provides clues to the location and extent of cerebral function?

<p>Motor functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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