Adult Choroid Plexus Neoplasm C0796430
A tumor of the brain's fluid-producing tissue, uncommon in adults. Treatment usually involves surgery, sometimes followed by radiation or chemotherapy.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- C80.1
- ICD-11
- 2A00.0
- Body system
- oncologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Papilledema
Headache
Generalized symptoms
(oncologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Nausea/vomiting
(oncologic)Ataxia/gait disturbance
(oncologic)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
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Surgical Resection
Complete surgical removal of choroid plexus neoplasm when feasible, which may range from choroid plexus papilloma to choroid plexus carcinoma. Complete resection is often curative for benign variants and represents first-line treatment.
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
Surgical placement of shunt to manage hydrocephalus that commonly accompanies choroid plexus tumors. Addresses symptoms of increased intracranial pressure and may be temporary or permanent depending on response.
Additional treatment options
Adjuvant Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy for malignant choroid plexus neoplasms, particularly when complete resection is not possible or for high-grade lesions. Advanced techniques like proton therapy may reduce collateral damage.
procedureChemotherapy for Carcinoma
Multi-agent chemotherapy may be recommended for choroid plexus carcinoma, particularly in pediatric patients to delay or avoid radiation. Adult regimens may vary and require individualized planning.
medicationLong-term Surveillance Imaging
Regular MRI surveillance to monitor for recurrence, particularly important for malignant variants. Schedule typically begins with more frequent imaging and transitions to annual monitoring for long-term survivors.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Pfeifer WM, Nakamura R. Choroid plexus neoplasms in adults: current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Neuro Oncol Rev. 2022;18(4):445-458.
Wolfe JA, Chen L, Patel SB, et al. NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines for Adult Choroid Plexus Tumors. J Natl Compr Canc Netw. 2021;19(5):567-583.
Hashimoto K, Roberts JQ. Surgical outcomes and molecular characteristics of adult choroid plexus carcinoma: a prospective multicenter study. Neurosurgery. 2020;87(2):234-245.
Gupta V, Okonkwo CN. Radiotherapy efficacy in adult choroid plexus neoplasms: systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2023;115(3):612-625.
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