Teratoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is a teratoma?
A
A tumour containing derivatives of all three germ layers.
2
Q
Teratomas are thought to be congenital. What does this mean?
A
They are present since birth
3
Q
What are the two potential origins if teratomas?
A
Embryonic
Germ cell
4
Q
Where are embryonal teratomas most commonly found?
A
The midline - brain, nose, neck, retroperitoneum, coccyx
