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Chapter 15 provides a detailed exploration of germ cell tumors. This chapter covers a range of tumor types, including germinoma, embryonal carcinoma, yolk sac tumor, choriocarcinoma, and teratoma. It offers insights into their definition, epidemiology, pathology, molecular genetics, etiology, and clinical presentation. It further addresses staging and classification, diagnostic procedures, and various treatment options and considerations. The critical aspects of recurrence, follow-up, and prognosis are also discussed. This chapter serves to facilitate a well-structured approach to understanding and managing these tumors in the field of surgical neuro-oncology.
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Atallah, O. et al. (2024). Germ Cell Tumors. In: Hoz, S.S., et al. Surgical Neuro-Oncology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-53642-7_15
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