Adult Central Nervous System Immature Teratoma C1332193
A germ cell tumor containing immature tissue. Rare in adults. Treatment includes surgery with chemotherapy or radiation; prognosis depends on whether the tumor can be fully removed.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- C80.1
- ICD-11
- 2A00.0
- Body system
- oncologic
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Headache
Cranial nerve palsies
Generalized symptoms
(oncologic)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Nausea with vomiting
(neurologic)Ataxia
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Combination drug regimen with regular assessment
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Maximal Safe Resection
Aggressive surgical removal of immature teratoma tissue when anatomically feasible. Completeness of resection remains a significant prognostic factor for this tumor type.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy administered after surgery to address microscopic residual disease. Typically uses platinum-based regimens despite lower sensitivity compared to other germ cell subtypes.
Additional treatment options
Local Radiation Therapy
Focused radiation to the tumor bed and margins after resection to reduce local recurrence risk. Field size typically limited to involved regions rather than whole brain.
procedureExtended Surveillance Imaging
Long-term MRI monitoring protocol specifically designed for teratoma due to its potential for delayed recurrence. Includes detailed imaging sequences and extended follow-up duration.
monitoringIntegrative Medicine Support
Complementary approaches including acupuncture for treatment-related symptoms, mind-body practices for stress reduction, and herbal consultations with appropriate monitoring for interactions.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Adult Central Nervous System Immature Teratoma C1332193?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
NCCN Guidelines Panel. NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology: Central Nervous System Cancers. Version 2.2023. NCCN Guidelines. 2023.
Ropper AH, Samuels MA, Klein JP, Prasad S. Brain Tumors in Adults. Adams and Victor's Principles of Neurology. 11th ed. McGraw-Hill Education. 2022.
Baldwin KJ, Packer RJ. Treatment outcomes in adult patients with CNS germ cell tumors: a prospective Phase II clinical trial. Neuro-Oncology. 2021.
Sutton LN, Phillips PC, Jagannathan J. Current approaches to management of immature teratomas in the central nervous system. J Neurooncol. 2020.
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