Craniopharyngioma (Sganiopharyngioma)

Craniopharyngioma is a brain tumor that develops from the remnants of Rathke's pouch, an embryonic structure from which the pituitary gland subsequently forms. As a result of decreased production of the hormone vasopressin, the patient may experience increased intracranial pressure and diabetes insipidus. X-rays of the skull usually show foci of calcification surrounding the tumor; In addition, around the pituitary gland, the bones of the skull lose their normal structure.

Craniopharyngioma

Craniopharyngioma is a benign brain tumor that develops from remnants of Rathke's pouch. Rathke's pouch is an embryonic structure from which the pituitary gland subsequently develops.

Due to tumor pressure on the pituitary gland, the production of the hormone vasopressin is reduced, which leads to increased intracranial pressure and the development of diabetes insipidus.

X-rays of the skull show areas of calcification surrounding the tumor. In addition, around the pituitary gland, the bones of the skull lose their normal structure due to destruction by the tumor.

Diagnosis of craniopharyngioma is based on computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging data. Treatment includes surgical removal of the tumor, radiation therapy, and hormone replacement therapy. The prognosis depends on the size and location of the tumor, the age and general condition of the patient.

Craniopharyngioma is a type of tumor that affects brain tissue and is distinguished by its specific origin. It arises from the remnants of tissue, which is an evolutionary remnant of one of the rudimentary organs of embryonic brain development - Rathka's pouch. Therefore, this tumor is also called anencephalic cyst of the fourth ventricle or craniocyst.

Craniopharyngiomas are soft, cystic tumors filled with a clear, cheesy fluid, and in some patients they are soft tissue.

Symptoms of a brain tumor depend on its location and the age of the patient. But as a rule, the first signs are expressed by increased blood pressure associated with increased pressure inside the skull,