Pinealoma
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Brain Tumors
- Craniopharyngioma
- Oligodendroglioma
- Schwannoma
- Glioblastoma Multiforme (Grade IV Astrocytoma)
- Meningioma
- Ependymoma
- Pinealoma
- Pilocytic Astrocytoma
- Medulloblastoma
- Pituitary Adenoma
- Hemangioblastoma
Pinealoma
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Summary
Pinealomas are childhood brain tumors of the pineal gland. Since they can secrete β-hCG, pinealomas can result in precocious puberty. Mass effect from compression on the tectum may also cause Parinaud’s Syndrome, characterized by a constant downward-facing gaze. Lastly, the tumor can block the passage of CSF between ventricles, leading to obstructive hydrocephalus.