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Central Neurocytoma

It is a rare benign tumor often located in the lateral ventricles of the brain. It may cause obstructive hydrocephalus, which can cause blockage of the cerebrospinal fluid. It leads to increased intracranial pressure. Chemotherapy is not usually considered as the first line of treatment. It is a salvage therapy. Radiotherapy and surgery are given as primary treatments.

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Is brain tumor non cancerous?

Query: Hello doctor, Based on a review of the attached file or report, kindly clarify the following queries: Is it non-cancerous? How severe is it, and will it require multiple surgeries? Is it completely curable with medicines, as my doses are reducing? Are there possibilities of reformation of tumors or ...  Read Full »

Dr. Ambekar Sudheer

Dr. Ambekar Sudheer

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The answers to your questions are as follows: Central neurocytoma is not a cancerous tumor. However, depending on the grade of the tumor, it can have a recurrence. The goal of surgery currently ...  Read Full »

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