Neuro 13 Flashcards
1
Q
Where are the majority of adult brain tumors? Children’s?
A
1) Supratentorial
2) Infratentorial
2
Q
What are the 4 most common adult brain tumors?
A
MGM Studios
Metastasis, Glioblastoma, Meningioma, Schwannoma
3
Q
What pathology is associated with S-100+?
A
Schwannoma
4
Q
What tumor is associated with VHL? What does it commonly secrete?
A
Hemangioblastoma which can secrete erythropoietin and is associated with risk for renal cell carcinoma
5
Q
What are the 3 most common childhood brain tumors?
A
Magic kingdom, Animal kingdom, Epcot
Medulloblastoma, Astrocytoma, Ependymoma
6
Q
What pediatric brain tumor will show perivascular rosettes on histology?
A
Ependymoma
