Tests and procedures used to diagnose craniopharyngioma include:

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Craniopharyngioma is a rare type of noncancerous (#benign) brain tumor.

#Craniopharyngioma begins near the brain’s pituitary gland, which secretes hormones that control many body functions. As a craniopharyngioma slowly grows, it can affect the function of the pituitary gland and other nearby structures in the brain.

Craniopharyngioma can occur at any age, but it occurs most often in #children and older adults. Symptoms include gradual changes in vision, fatigue, excessive urination and headaches. Children with craniopharyngioma may grow slowly and may be smaller than expected.

#Diagnosis

Tests and procedures used to diagnose craniopharyngioma include:

  1. #Physical_exam. Diagnosing a

craniopharyngioma usually starts with a

medical history review and a neurological

exam by your doctor. During this procedure,

your vision, hearing, balance, coordination,

reflexes, and growth and development are

tested.

  1. #Blood_tests. Blood tests may reveal

changes

in hormone levels that indicate a tumor is

affecting your pituitary gland.

  1. #Imaging_tests. Tests to create images of

your brain may include X-rays, magnetic

resonance imaging (MRI) and computerized

tomography (CT).

#Treatment

Craniopharyngioma treatment options include:

  1. Surgery

  2. Radiation Therapy

  3. Chemotherapy

  4. Treatment of Papillary Craniophyrangioma