Teratoblastoma

The term “teratoblastomatoma” combines malignant tumors, which are characterized by a tendency towards a malignant course, as well as usually massive growth into nearby organs and tissues. These tumors are also called “anaplastic” (disseminated) choriocarcinoma. A characteristic feature is the presence of hormonal properties and a close connection with disorders of sexual differentiation of the embryo, i.e. the presence of the clinically most important characteristics for the course of the disease - internal secretory and endocrine functions. In 25% of patients, hormone secretion is detected. In addition, neoplasms are characterized by complete atypia, a malignant course and, in some cases, sensitivity to radiation therapy. Actually, teratosis is usually understood as a tumor from the germ layers, formed instead of a specific organ or tissue. But teratoma refers to the category of formations that are formed from implanted tissues, that is

Teratoblastioma is a malignant neoplasm that is formed from undifferentiated embryonic cells. This is a rare tumor that occurs primarily in children and adolescents aged 2 to 15 years. Teratoblaktionma occurs as a result of disruption of the processes of cell specialization and organ formation in the fetus at an early stage of pregnancy (the first weeks after conception). It can develop in any tissue or organ of the body, but most often appears in the brain or eyes.

As a rule, teratoblastic tumor occurs in patients with genetic disorders associated with abnormal fetal formation. However, scientists do not exclude the possibility that abnormalities may affect the formation of teratoblastomas in patients without genetic disorders.

Teratoblastic tumors develop due to several factors, including genetic abnormalities, exposure to toxic substances in the developing fetus, and adverse conditions for fetal development such as infections and maternal stress.

Symptoms of teratoblactic tumor may include headaches, rapid vision loss, and poor memory and concentration. In addition, with large tumors, loosening of the skull bones and enlargement of the eyeballs may occur.

Treatment of teratoblastic tumors begins with puncture or surgery. Patients may also receive radiation therapy or chemotherapy to shrink the tumor or kill all cancer cells inside it. Some patients may also receive immunotherapy to help the immune system fight cancer cells.

One of the most effective treatments for teratoblastic tumors is radiation therapy. Radiation therapy can be used for both local treatment and systemic therapy. In the first case, radiation is directed directly to the tumor and neighboring tissues. In the second case, treatment is aimed at destroying all cancer cells in