Benign epithelioid tumor, usually suprasellar, partially calcified, solid, or mixed solid–cystic that arises from remnants of the craniopharyngeal duc...
Eye: decreased visual acuity, visual field defects, bitemporal hemianopia, abnormal pupillary response
GI: anorexia, nausea, vomitin...
Avoidance of driving, operating machinery, playing sports, o...
Postoperative MRI/CT scans as recommended by neurosurgeon
Formal visual field/ophthalmologic evaluation and follow up
Monitor endocrine function
Co...
189179009 Craniopharyngioma (disorder)
134216001 Adamantinous craniopharyngioma
128782006 Craniopharyngioma, papillary
Although considered a “benign” tumor, a craniopharyngioma is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Management of these tumors requires a multidisciplinary approach.
Hormo...
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